Charmed Opening Credits | Original Concept | Season 8

Finally! The season 8 original concept version is here. Let's talk about it...
This was actually easier than the previous 2 seasons, as I had less things to worry about and more material to work with, considering the usual limitations. For the exception of a few necessary shots, I mostly didn't need to using anything past episode 6, which I guess is more "realistic".
Starting with the overhead "Starring" shot, yes that's the one from 8x10. I never liked how off-centered it looked, so I fixed it up and redid the camera rotation. I didn't have to use this shot, especially that it was 10 episodes into the season, but really just wanted to fix the blocking.
The Zoom on Piper's freeze is a mimic of Prue's first power shot in season 1 (I do love making things come full circle). Holly's title shot was originally her medium closeup of that same shot, but I changed it at the last minute. Although I had to crop in slightly, it just felt refreshing and more dynamic using this shot.
Ugh, most of their power uses stopped looking iconic a while back, but Phoebe's will always be the worse. Let's not get into how useless her powers were this season, because that still pisses me off. But I did enjoy recreating her season "power" shot, which references her dodging an energy ball in the seasons 2-3 credits.
Let me explain why I used a s7 clip for Alyssa's name shot: Yes there were a few options in episodes 8x01-6, but nothing felt authentic, just some beauty shots that do nothing to the character. Just because it's a cute shot doesn't mean it's fit for the credits. I chose a shot (for each sister) that reflected the best qualities of their characters. Piper in a busy club with a little smile, her eyes wonder, a foreshadowing of her losing her soul mate but being forced to cope with it. Phoebe on campus, seeking knowledge, truth, growth. Paige realizing her true self is her best self. (yes, everything's there for a reason).
Now... Paige needed some work. She rarely orbs to save her life nowadays, so I added a red energy ball to suggest actual danger when she orbs out. The orbing effect in seasons 7-8 often looked like crap, so I recreated the orbs on the lamp, just so it resembles orbs from earlier seasons. Didn't come out perfect, but it does the job. I've been dealing with some frame rate problems, which didn't help. Although she gets the power to heal on her own this season, it does come way later, so it made no sense to add it here. I incorporated some of the 7x22 shots that were in the original credits, but of course gave them the "original concept" treatment. Then we get to the supporting cast, now bear with me. Yes, no Leo in this one, sorry, but you'll be ok. I was not gonna allow Billie to have a telekineses power shot before her title shot, because some of us actually still respect Prue as the original and ONLY telekinetic female character. I did, however, include a power shot later because those near the end don't mean as much.
And here we arrive to the anomaly of this entire "original concept" video series... Brandon Quinn... the guy who was there for 4 episodes... Why, Shiny? Why would you include him and not Brian? Explain! Make it make sense! ...OK! Hear me out... I personally believe Agent Murphy got the Jenny Gordon treatment, they had something planned for him but it quickly got scrapped and he got written out. A part of me feels he was the original Henry, possibly Paige's love interest (at least that's my head-canon). Was he an amazing character overall? No, but he sure had potential to being the new Andy (ironically Paige married a cop, so close enough). It was such a good title shot that I had to include him. Anyway...
I sorta went with the flow with the rest of the clips, did what felt authentic to the original style and used whatever worked best. Of course, I had no choice here but to use the sisters' photo from 8x22 because THEY NEVER TAKE PICS ANYMORE! But it was worth it. The animation turned out well.
And finally, our Prue reference... our Charmed Fanon really pays off here, since almost all of us believe it was her who closed the door in 7x22, so I had her be the one closing the door/credits this season. And with that, the "original concept" series is now complete. I hope you've enjoyed watching these as much as I've enjoyed making them. I do want to clarify that there's no right or wrong way of doing these, and I certainly think I could've done some better work, or had better shot combos, but the point here is to attempt something new, and practice mastering the original credits. I can easily create a second set of these all with new clips, but maybe I'll save that for the tutorials. Yes, I will be making tutorials soon to share the methods I've developed for these videos. I also look forward to creating some "new concept" credits for seasons 1-3 soon, so stay tuned! And yes, will do a tutorial for those after I'm done. Blessed Be, Shiny Puppies! #Charmed #OpeningCredits

[@ShinyAntics]

Which name shot is your favorite?

[@MG-pg2jv]

Brian Krause's

[@DegrassiInstantStar]

Probably Alyssa Milano, though, I'm sad you used a S7 clip instead of a S8 one!

[@Charming_Slayer]

Holly and Brandon

[@ShiningProdz]

Rose McGowan and Kaley Cuoco

[@BbuyTheStars]

Holly’s

[@KernouProduction]

0:43 that was SMOOTH

[@mahel645]

now you should do the concept of seasons 4 to 8 for the first three seasons

[@marcoan7109]

Great openings . If you'd a season 9 an amazing shot from Alyssa would be the 8x11 as she looked stunning in there.

[@KotoriMendes33]

😍 I will probably always be fascinated by how "believable" your openings look. They could always be taken as the true ones without any problem. This opening is in my opinion the best one you did among them, all your little touches on every part are magnificent. Any chance to see a "theorical" season 9 try ? Can't wait for s1-s3 too ✨

[@MG-pg2jv]

i love your original concepts , from the logo , to the flashes & how you cut them ! i like the combination of golden clips & blue clips like the original opening , & the effects to make the premonitions ! keep up the good work , keep making openings ! we need to see you edit live or something ! where can i sign up ?

[@ShiningProdz]

Finally the finale season ! It's always amazing how you manage so well to make something really originale, I would say it's a pure go(l)d work again ! I also like the zoom style, it look great even if it blurs the rendering (Maybe the quality could be better also) but it's not too bad, I feel your art and work and this is just so good ! I just would prefer an name clip of Alyssa from season 8, it's just a detail about the season opening, there are at least her cute face clip at the end xD, about Phoebe power I can understand your '' anger '' but it is related to the fact that her power has been restricted after they have been removed, although its power is basic restricted because premonition are passive, in the season 8 was much passive for every sisters justly, because it was coming to an end, there aren't (much) innocent to save and demon to kill, their situation between this and their break under another identity influenced the senses of her premonitions (same in s7 with the Avatar), unfortunately Phoebe can’t have premonitions on order and I think they limited their power to keep the '' suspense '' about Christy and make the situation last (Like in the season 6 with Gideon), anyway I really love the way how you worked on opening, your originality is the best ! I can't wait for the new concept !

[@ShinyAntics]

Thanks! Yes I tried a few early season 8 shots for Alyssa, the original one I had was a bit too close, and a few others have already been used. I actually chose this one specifically because it's outdoors and on campus, so it reflected what she was doing with her life. If I would do a "season 9" then I have a few good options to choose from from season 8 :)

[@TruthProdz]

I'm so in love with your editing technique! You did an outstanding job in every opening from season 4 to 8! I really enjoy watching and re-watching all of them! Now I'm in the waiting mood for seasons 1-3 opening and season 9 please :) you help me to get back to innocent childhood times at least for 1 min!

[@charmedtommo8995]

Omg this is incredible! 😍😍 Pleaseee could you make a tutorial on how to do this style of credits 💖😭

[@DegrassiInstantStar]

It should be no surprise, but of the all post-season three eras... this one is the MOST improved. The eighth season suffered from lack of budget and the opening showed that, and this one improves on everything wrong. Sad these are all done, though!! What about S1-S3 in the style of S4-S8? Haha.

[@josephtague6978]

U should do a reaction to the charmed show

[@stevemarks4724]

Where is LEO? Brian Krause is not in the credits 🤷

[@ShinyAntics]

This is what happens when you don’t read the description.

[@Didnddixjxhjxxj]

I would’ve liked to see Phoebe’s astral premonition whe she was talking to herself and Paige’s healing power, can you do opening for the reboot?

[@jacksonmcnuggets7488]

Can someone do an opening of all the girls please

[@ShinyAntics]

@@jacksonmcnuggets7488 we’ve all done those many times, there’s plenty on KZbin.

[@ds7c]

What a gerat finish to this amazing opening series! You‘ve managed to give season 8 an almost "early Charmed" vibe, which I thought to be almost impossible. Your little touch-ups like reworking the orbing-effect, the fixed overhead starring shot or the animation oft he sisters photo are so well made - they really piece it all together. I’m really excited to see how the s1-3 credits will turn out! :D

[@ShinyAntics]

Thank you :)

[@jakubzelenka3700]

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[@Everette1233]

Great concepts, man. I love the song and original intros to the show. Seeing someone edit them in their own way while keeping the style is really satisfying. And you do it well!! 🔥🔥

[@EvolucijaBSOfficialChannel]

Okay...... This opening is your best so faaaar! 😮 I am speechless, have no words! 😮 You have a great talent for this, I... Don't know what to say... Hope there will be more openings!!! 🍀

[@ShinyAntics]

You're very kind. Thank you 😊

[@barbwade9838]

Charmed was never the same sfter she left

[@eagleajjvss7139]

Rest in peace Shannen Doherty 😢😢

[@Charming_Slayer]

I C O N I C !!! I love everything about this one!! Amazing job once again. The name clips are stellar, even though I'd prefer S8 clip for Alyssa. And Quinn's mention was soo unexpected. Sadly that this is the last season, I would've liked seeing more of these. Thank you!

[@Charming_Slayer]

And I'm a bit sad that you haven't included Brian, but at the other hand, he was useless and boring this season.

[@Charming_Slayer]

Just read the description and I want to say that it was always interesting to read those each time! I'm amazed by how much care you put in this one, the reasoning of name shots is really impressive, love the lamp orbing effect and Murphy as a Paige love interest theory/head-canon makes a lot of sense.

[@yugioh1985]

Do you think maybe you can make a charmed the next generation concept opening on their kids next?

[@popliteoj]

Está genial ❤ pero extraño a Leo

[@AnywhereMiami]

Been a while since I heard this song, we have so many different series today with so many new digital techniques to enhance the experience and yet NOTHING rivals charmed vibes. Holly Marie with her outstanding acting and actual real personality you can feel through the screen, shannen with her seriousness and dark tones to the plot while also giving loving big sister vibes, rose and her whole powerful and confident girl vibes and finally alyssa with her young and fresh approach to the plot…. I now know that all of them had a pretty rough journey with this series like even the male actors but even considering that, they made something worth remembering and that defined a few generations. Im a millennial so i might be quite younger than the original audience but I can’t help but feeling that charmed did define me too and values like what shannen portrayed are things that i hope i can mean to my siblings and children someday 🫶🏼