Creating 80s-Inspired Movie Titles in After Effects - Tutorial

Create and animate '80s-inspired movie titles in After Effects using free plug-ins and footage assets. Learn techniques to design titles reminiscent of mystery or horror films from the 1980s, drawing inspiration from the popular Stranger Things title sequence. Master the creation of realistic titles, sabre effects, scale animations, mask animations, chromatic aberration, turbulent displacement, and organic fadeouts. Explore the use of text overlays to enhance your retro-style designs. Perfect for both beginners and experienced After Effects users looking to expand their skills in creating nostalgic, visually striking title sequences.

Intro
Inspiration
Realistic Titles
Free Assets
Creating the Title
Creating the Sabre Effect
Animating the Scale
Animating the Mask
Chromatic Aberration
Turbulent displace
Organic fadeout
Text overlay