Looking to make a 4 by 8 footscreen like the one here. What material is best for this. Just regular scrim? I just plan on backlighting it and need that silhouette apperance.
In the picture, is that an actual person back there or is it a projection? Anyhow, they probably used RP screen. They also have a lot of money. I would probably used fireproofed muslin. Works fine and is cheap, and lasts a long time. Just pulled out some flats yesterday that are 20 years old broadway flats, still looking fine, just dusty.
bear in mind that with muslinetc. you will see a "hot spot" if the light is in line of sight with your audience, so rp screen is a good idea. You will find many on Ebay but you had best look yourself.
As has been pointed out there are a lot of options. I think I would call Rose Brand and talk with one of their sales people about it. Since they can get you everything listed above it would be interesting to discuss the pros and cons with someone who also can tell you the price for each.