Jake Roper
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Could You Survive The Movies?
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Episode 130 min2018-10-10
Could You Survive MAD MAX?
Explore the science behind what you see in movies; specifically George Miller's modern day classic, Mad Max: Fury Road. Host Jake Roper takes you on an immersive ride through the world, blending scientific exploration with narrative storytelling.
Episode 23 min2018-10-10
What is "Could You Survive The Movies?"
Go behind the scenes of the biggest video I’ve ever made! We’ll take a look at some of the awesome gear used in the creation of CYSTM?, like a camera rig mounted to an offroad vehicle! It’s an exciting preview of the size & scope of the inaugural Could You Survive The Movies? video.
Episode 35 min2018-10-10
An Explosion in Slow Motion Thermal Vision!!
What kind of cameras do you need to capture an explosion? And...what do you use to make a movie VS a real life explosion? Let’s take a look at the variety of high-speed cameras, the latest in thermal imaging, and camera support systems that allowed us to capture an explosion in a way that’s never been seen before!
Episode 44 min2018-10-10
The Cast of Could You Survive The Movies
To make a movie you need a cast. Usually it is just me but for this video, for this idea to work, I needed some more characters. Hang out with MKBHD, Rosanna Pansino, Casey Neistat and myself as we go through rehearsals, makeup and some bloopers.
Episode 545 min2018-10-11
The Science & Production of Could You Survive The Movies! with ME (Jake) (1)
Myself and Eric (Cinematographer and VFX for the video) kind of do some version of a director's commentary for the episode. I don't know. I've never done a livestream on Vsauce3 before so we will see how it goes!
Episode 623 min2018-10-11
The Science & Production of Could You Survive The Movies! with ME (Jake) (2)
Myself and Eric (Cinematographer and VFX for the video) kind of do some version of a director's commentary for the episode. I don't know. I've never done a livestream on Vsauce3 before so we will see how it goes!
Episode 75 min2019-10-21
Great Jake! Bringing CYSTM: BTTF to life!
On the heels of the 35th anniversary, Jake and the CYSTM crew film on the actual Back to the Future clock tower set as they bring the first episode of CYSTM to life… also, AWESOME SCIENCE!
Episode 85 min2019-10-28
Aliens, Galaxies and Slime, oh my! The VFX of CYSTM!
Jake and Eric take viewers behind the curtain to show off the incredible VFX work that made CYSTM: MiB. Oh and Jake, takes them along for a ride on the terrifying (and awesome) pull stunt!
Episode 94 min2019-11-04
We Got to Film at Google! CYSTM: Ghostbusters Making-Of!
Follow Jake as he shows off the incredible sound stages used to bring CYSTM to life...plus a little peek at what it’s like getting doused with tons of marshmallow (spoiler: they didn't actually use marshmallow in the original film).
Episode 104 min2019-12-16
Punch Punch Revolution: The SCIENTIFIC Machines of CYSTM: Jumanji!
Learn about some of the awesome machines used by Jake and the CYSTM crew as they investigate if you could survive the movies...and you get to meet the woman we have to thank for Jake!
Episode 114 min2019-12-23
Gotta Be Safe! The STUNTS of CYSTM: Die Hard!
Safety is the name of the game, as Jake shows the audience what it takes to safely pull off the hair raising stunts that give CYSTM that big screen feel...plus join in on a great mystery plaguing the set - who stole the Twinkies?
Episode 124 min2019-12-30
A Little Help From My Friends...meet the cast of CYSTM!
Join Jake and the cast of CYSTM season 1 as they give their all to bring the amazing movies of season one to life. It's rehearsals, makeup...and bloopers. You can't have a movie without bloopers!
Episode 135 min2021-07-01
A Conversation with Top Gun: Maverick Director Joe Kosinski
Join Jake as he sits down with Top Gun: Maverick director Joe Kosinski as they explore what it takes to bring the majesty of fighter jets to the screen (big & small) in a realistic way. Plus, they discuss some of the incredible technology employed in the newest Top Gun movie.
Episode 1453 min2021-07-07
CYSTM: Top Gun - Director's Commentary
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Episode 153 min2021-07-08
My Lifelong Love Affair! Behind the Scenes of CYSTM: Jurassic Park
Get a glimpse of Jake’s (me) first attempt at making Jurassic Park (28 years ago!), before journeying behind the scenes of his latest version, filmed once again with his family and friends…plus some new friends he made along the way.
Episode 1669 min2021-07-14
CYSTM: Jurassic Park - Director's Commentary
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Episode 174 min2021-07-15
The Incredible YouTubers Who Brought CYSTM: A Quiet Place To Life
Meet the wide array of talented YouTube creators & makers we relied on to explore the complex world of sound and hearing (and the other scientific concepts throughout this season).
Episode 1866 min2021-07-21
CYSTM: A Quiet Place - Director's Commentary
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Episode 195 min2021-07-22
Meet The Cast of CYSTM: Harry Potter
Join Jake (me) and the expansive cast of CYSTM: Harry Potter as they give their all to bring the incredible world of Harry Potter to life; each with a unique perspective and set of skills.
Episode 2058 min2021-07-29
CYSTM: Harry Potter - Director's Commentary
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Episode 214 min2021-07-29
How’d You Film That? The SCIENTIFIC Cameras of CYSTM: A Zombie Movie
We use some of the most incredible scientific cameras in existence to capture amazing footage! Let’s take a look at what those cameras are and why they are so amazing…and also bloopers. There are ALWAYS bloopers.
Episode 2277 min2021-08-04
CYSTM: Zombie Movie - Director's Commentary
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Episode 234 min2021-08-05
Journey to the Heart of CYSTM: The Scale of CYSTM:Titanic
Epic...big…amazing…not just Jake’s (ME!) beauty but also the scale of season 2. And in the quest to make season 2 more immersive, Jake (me again) throws himself into the science experiments. Check out what happens when the test dummy is Vsauce3.
Episode 2454 min2021-08-11
CYSTM: Titanic - Director's Commentary
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