anarchy sfx

FILM & TELEVISION PRODUCTIONS OF ANY SIZE // BASED IN BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
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about us

Meet Sam and the team

Sam Conway, our founder and lead SFX supervisor, grew up on film sets with his father, working on productions like Conan the Barbarian and the Monty Python films. He now leads our team at Anarchy, creating SFX for some of the biggest productions in the world, as well as many small budget hits and classics.

Our team is made up of creative and highly skilled effects professionals who share a dedication to the craft, combining hands-on expertise with creative problem-solving to turn ideas into incredible looking sequences and gags.

A certified BECTU and JIGS Special Effects Supervisor. as well as qualified explosives engineer, Sam has been working safely across all scales of productions, small and large, for over 30 years.

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our effects

PYROTECHNICS
SNOW & RAIN
BLOOD
ATMOSPHERICS

TESTIMONIALS

Chris Newman
Producer, Game of Thrones
"I have known and worked with Sam for over 20 years. His work is exemplary. Finding solutions to effects that enhance and complete a storyline is what makes his effects special.

His knowledge of techniques that worked 50 years ago and understanding how his work translates into the world of digital methods makes the impossible, possible."
Duncan Muggoch
Producer/Executive Producer
"I have worked with Sam over many years as both a SFX Floor supervisor and then Supervisor on Game of Thrones, in my opinion he is one of the best out there.

An extreme professional, great leader to his team, incredibly talented and puts his all into everything he does. He is also great fun!!!"
Lisa Byrne
Production Coordinator
"I've had the pleasure of working with Sam over the years. His skill, creativity and professionalism as an SFX supervisor are second to none.

He consistently delivers high-quality, safe and imaginative effects. Sam is a trusted collaborator who always brings our vision to life. He's reliable, calm under pressure and a genuine great person to work with."

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