89. Kazu Hiro: Sculpting Stories and Faces in Film
Episode 89: In this episode of the Last Looks podcast, host Jaime Leigh McIntosh welcomes Kazu Hiro, an acclaimed special effects makeup artist known for his work on films like Darkest Hour and Bombshell. Kazu shares his journey from a challenging childhood in Japan to becoming an Oscar-winning artist in Hollywood. He discusses his creative process, the importance of sleep to manage stress, and the impact of winning an Oscar on his career. Kazu also offers insights into his collaborations, the tools he can't live without, and his approach to sculpting lifelike prosthetics. Additionally, he answers questions from listeners and offers advice for aspiring makeup artists.
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88.Araxi Lindsey: Crafting Characters, One Hairstyle at a Time
Episode 88: Join us for an inspiring chat with Araxi Lindsey, a celebrated hairstylist in the film and television industry, who shares her journey from wanting to counsel teens to styling hair for Hollywood's elite. Discover her beginnings, industry challenges, key career highlights, and the importance of teamwork and integrity in her profession. From her early work on The Matrix to her Emmy-winning contributions on Blackish, Araxi's story is captivating and insightful for anyone looking to understand the intricacies of hairstyling in showbiz.
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87.In Pursuit of Realism: Jason Hamer's Art and Adventure
Episode 87: In this episode of The Last Looks Podcast, Jason Hamer sits down with Jaime Leigh to discuss his fascinating journey, Jason shares his inspirations, the pivotal moments that shaped his career and personal anecdotes about overcoming challenges. From motivational speakers in high school to Hollywood's graphic makeup scenes, Jason's story is a testament to passion and perseverance. Tune in to hear about his early influences, pivotal career decisions, and the valuable life lessons that have guided him throughout his journey in Hollywood.
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Oscar Special 2025: Wicked
Wicked
Oscars Special 2025: The work being considered is Makeup and Hairstyling for the overall film.
Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Designer: Frances Hannon
Key Hair & Makeup Artist: Sarah Nuth
Crowd Hair & Makeup Supervisor: Laura Blount
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Oscars Special 2025: The Substance
The Substance
Oscars Special 2025: The work being considered is Makeup, Prosthetics and Hairstyling for the “Elisabeth Sparkle” character (Demi Moore)
Note: Unfortunately Marilyne Scarselli could not join us.
Special Effects Makeup Designer: Pierre Oliver Persin
Key Makeup Artist: Stéphanie Guillon
Key Hair Artist: Marilyne Scarselli
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