What the Frak is Gak?

Quite often you may see us use the term “gak” in some of our eBay listings or in the Live Auction. You may think to yourself, “What the frak is gak?”

“GAK” is a slang term used in the film industry to describe stuff that is used to add detail to props, set dressing or costumes.  It is the acronym for “Goods All Kinds,” but I like to think it stands for “Garbage And Knick-nacks.” Typically, props made from used items purchased at junk yards or flea markets can be said to be made from “gak.” For those in the Vancouver film industry the word gak is used quite often to describe props in general. “I have to wear all of this ‘gak’ in the next scene.”

The following image is a great example of “gak.”

As you can see “gak” is nothing more than bits of everyday stuff or goods, acquired from pretty much anywhere, that can be used to make a prop or set look more interesting or realistic to the camera and the audience.