They say that the best special effects are those that go unnoticed, but there are many cases where it would simply be unfair not to admire them. A while ago we explored the behind-the-scenes work in historical films like Blade Runner and Jurassic Park, but today we're going to review true transformations, with actors and actresses undergoing exhausting makeup sessions, whether to tackle entire projects or film just a handful of scenes…
Some of these examples don't seem that extreme at first glance. Others... honestly I don't know how they managed to tolerate the process. One prosthetic on top of another, fine details, makeup, makeup, and more makeup. Of course, the ultimate goal is to optimize efficiency, minimize the actor's discomfort, and make the most of each session by filming as many scenes as possible. But there are occasions when there's no escape. If the character is central (for example, think of Ron Perlman as Hellboy), the makeup isn't going anywhere…
Eddie Murphy, Coming To America
Richard Brake, Game Of Thrones
Gary Oldman, Hannibal
Naomi Grossman, American Horror Story
Doug Jones, Crimson Peak
Karen Gillan, Avengers
Robin Williams, Mrs. Doubtfire
Jacob Tremblay, Wonder
Richard Armitage, The Hobbit
Danny DeVito, Batman Returns
Ryan Reynolds, Deadpool 2
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Terminator 2
Bill Skarsgård, It
Leonardo DiCaprio, The Revenant
Emma Thompson, Nanny Mcphee
Eddie Redmayne, The Theory Of Everything
Charlize Theron, Monster
John Rhys-Davies, Lord Of The Rings
Heath Ledger, The Dark Knight
Tim Curry, Legend
Roddy Mcdowall, Planet Of The Apes
Jim Carrey, How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Angelina Jolie, Maleficent
Gary Oldman, Darkest Hour
Ian McKellen, Lord Of The Rings
Tilda Swinton, Grand Budapest Hotel
Ron Perlman, Hellboy
Chris Hemsworth, Avengers Endgame
Michael Keaton, Beetlejuice
Josh Brolin, Deadpool 2
