Look Behind The Look

Step into the shadowy world of fast fashion and its disconcerting impact on society and our planet in this episode of Look Behind The Look. Let's unveil the chilling truths behind the glitz of the fashion industry through an enlightening conversation with director Eva Orner. Her documentary which premiered at SXSW, and is now streaming on HBO Max, exposes the unsettling practices of Brandy Melville and the broader implications of fast fashion.

Eva's film reveals the exploitation and environmental havoc wrought by this multi-trillion-dollar industry. From the deceptive allure of social media marketing to the stark reality of one-size-fits-all clothing's exclusivity, the discussion dives deep into the heart of the issues. The conversation also tackles the complex challenge of sustainable consumption, debunking the myth that eco-friendly fashion is a luxury only the wealthy can afford.

This episode isn't just about the dark side of fashion—it's a call to action, a guide to making more ethical choices, and a tribute to the brave young women who dared to speak out against industry giants. Enjoy the episode and tell us what you think!

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Ready to unravel the artistry behind the terrifying looks of Twisted Metal? Join us on Look Behind the Look with special guest Stacey Perry, the mastermind makeup and special effects artist who brings this popular game to life. From her New Orleans roots making films with her family, to the set of a hit show, Stacey's story is a journey through creativity and craft. Don't miss this episode!

I'm thrilled to bring you an episode with Kazu Hiro this week.  Kazu is a BAFTA and  Academy Award winning artist and is once again nominated both for the Oscar and a BAFTA Award for his sensational work transforming Bradley Cooper into legendary composer Leonard Bernstein.  I was thrilled to grab a moment with him to discuss his work and hear about his process.  Enjoy this conversation with one of the most in-demand, yet incredibly humble artists in the industry, Kazu Hiro.

My favorite movie this year has been SALTBURN.  There.  I said it.  I
was thrilled to speak to Makeup and Hair Designer Siân Miller about her work in this film. Whether this polarizing film was one that you loved or hated, it is
coming out on digital Dec. 21 via AMAZON Prime. So gather the family 'round and enjoy! I loved talking to Siân about the looks behind Carey Mulligan's visually stunning cameo, Jacob Elordi and Alison Oliver's matching tattoos with secret messages and did I mention Jacob's hair secrets?
Because we cover all that too...
Siân's meticulous approach and attention to detail is what made this
film the glorious puzzle that you love to decode. Enjoy this conversation and stay away from that bathtub!

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Headed your way in the coming weeks is a barrage of Award-Contenders because 'Tis Awards Season.  There's no shortage of incredible work to say and today I am bringing you a conversation with returning guest, Nadia Stacey.  We are going to break down POOR THINGS and talk about creating Willem Dafoe's face which successfully told it's own story, Emma Stone's evolution as Bella and so much more.  Nadia also lets me know about Yorgos' "no wigs" rule and she shares that it was a complete surprise to her that the film would also be shot in black and white and we talk about what she did with that information to adjust accordingly.  I know you enjoyed the film (in theaters, I hope!) and now it's time to hear how this incredible artist created these fantastical looks.  Enjoy!

The new film from A24, Sophia Coppola's PRISCILLA, is an undisputed feast for the eyes.  Released on this past weekend, you hopefully got yourself to the theater to see the incredible detail that was put in to the costumes, set design, hair, makeup and cinematography.  As a frequent visitor to Graceland myself and a person who has been known to study every last detail of Priscilla, Elvis and Lisa Marie Presley's aesthetic, I was truly impressed with the visuals because they honored the historical detail while also being unmistakingly Sophia's vision.  I loved having Hair Designer Cliona Furey back on the pod to talk about her unbelievable work (no doubt it has been in your feed this entire week!).  It's deservedly getting tons of Awards Buzz, and you will love hearing about how she did it, straight from Cliona herself.  Enjoy!

Hello Hello! No, you aren't imagining things- we are talking about The Bear again because this season absolutely deserves two episodes.  Today's is with Hair Department Head, Ally Vickers and she talks about her much discussed brilliant work (coined "dirtbag chic" by many) with Jeremy Allen White, and turning Abby Elliot from blonde to brunette and back again within a week. She takes us behind the scenes with Will Poulter, Jamie Lee Curtis, and the entire cast of this beloved show. You'll hear from Ally about her Mood Videos that she creates for her characters, and if you are watching on YouTube (subscribe now BTW) you will see the one she created for Donna (played by Jamie Lee Curtis of course). Enjoy!

*Check out the show notes for how to support those out of work from the ongoing strike

as well as to see which products Ally uses for Jeremy's look.

Links In This Episode:

Ally's IG

https://www.instagram.com/allysondawn/

Entertainment Community Fund

https://tinyurl.com/entertainmentcommunityfund2023

Local 706

https://local706.org/

Products Used on Jeremy Allen White:

Tecuane Esperanza Scalp Oil

https://www.tecuane.com/products/scalp-tonic

Bumble and Bumble Sea Salt Spray

https://amzn.to/3LhOOw7

Days of Dirt

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THE BEAR. It's your favorite show and these are your favorite characters. I am breaking my hiatus to bring you this episode because you know we all need it. Ignacia Soto-Aguilar will tell you in this episode about THE LASH (you know the one on Jamie Lee Curtis' face that broke the internet)! I love talking to Ignacia about her projects because while she is a makeup artist, what you may not know is that she thinks like a filmmaker. Listen as she tells me what it was like shooting Episode 6 - "Fishes", that incredible Christmas dinner scene where ALL HELL BROKE LOOSE. And Will Poulter's tatts based on his personal story - he needed nurses everywhere and hot sauce bottles?! - as well as the Brownies that he made himself and brought to set in this very special bonus episode about this very special show.

For the last episode of Season 3, I am thrilled to bring you the Guardians of the Galaxy 3.  I had been looking forward to speaking with the film's Hair Department Head, Cassie Russek, for a long time now and we were finally brought together here with Makeup Department Head of Guardians 3, Alexei Dmitriew, AND for the cherry on top, my friend, Chukwudi Iwuji joined us as well!  You are going to love this talk with the team behind Guardians of the Galaxy 3 as they tell me about their favorite days on set, their biggest challenges and how they worked together to break the record for the MOST prosthetics used in a feature film.

02:54 - Start

4:15 - Coming to the Film

8:47 - Making the Look

10:44 - Pull-Back Mask

11:43 - Prosthetics over CGI

13:00 - Working with the Hair

14:30 - Going Bald

16:50 - Purple

18:52 - R&D

21:18 - We Won’t Fix It In Post

22:56 - Everyone Was “On It”

24:39 - Adaptation and Evolution

27:13 - Crazy Eyes

29:12 - Project Investment

31:14 - Bring the A Game

33:32 - Favorite Day on Set

39:06 - Record Breaking Prosthetics

There is a GREASE for every generation. From its Broadway origins, to the recent version on Paramount Plus, it's the gift that keeps on giving. Jaala Leis Wanless, the Hair Department Head of GREASE: Rise of the Pink Ladies talks to me about the challenging undertaking of leading a team to create styles that reflect the period and also move realistically through intense musical production numbers. We talk about the different era's of Grease looks and the refreshing diversity in this latest production. Are you enjoying GREASE: Rise of the Pink Ladies? paramountplus.qflm.net/5gjA01 5:10 - The Grease Look Bible 5:59 - Wig Culture 7:10 - Whitewashing 8:13 - The Wig Heist 10:11 - Aversion to the Wig 11:51 - Shooting Musical Numbers 13:45 - That Feeling Where Everything is Working 14:50 - Leading With Trust 16:38 - Teaching Skills 19:20 - Theater x TV Blending 20:44 - The Day that Tried to Kill Jaala 24:33 - Honoring a Time Period on a Time Crunch 25:10 - Time vs. People 27:17 - Mysterious Benedict Society 29:52 - Coming to Rise of the Pink Ladies 30:41 - A Lot Going On All the Time 33:20 - Second Seasons 33:50 - Taking Time Off

In this episode, Hair Department Head Suzy Mazzarese-Allison tells me exactly what retro future means as we dig into Apple TV's Hello Tomorrow.  Billy Crudup, Alison Pill, Hank Azaria, Haneefah Wood, and Jacki Weaver round out the cast for this fun new series about the hottest new real estate market- The Moon.  Suzy tells me all about the creation of these detailed period looks, her career, and some of her favorite projects. Enjoy!

2:16 - START

2:46 - What is Retro-Future?

3:51 - Hair Inspiration

5:28 - Keep it in the 50’s

6:54 - Nailing It

8:02 - The Store Scene

9:18 - Challenges

10:29 - Dream Team

13:49 - Past and Connections

14:24 - On Billy Crudup

14:54 - Into the Industry

16:24 - Into the OTHER Industry

17:17 - The Greatest Showman

19:57 - That Little Impeachment Award

20:50 - Getting Personal

22:02 - All on the Same Team

23:55 - Advice

25:54 - Actor Input

27:20 - Have a Life

**GUILTY PLEASURE ALERT! Only visit this episode if you are willing to admit to yourself that you devour episodes of Vanderpump Rules... It was the shot heard around the world- the announcement of the most talked about scandal in recent pop culture history. The betrayal of the beloved reality television star Ariana Madix by way of an affair between her long-time partner Tom Sandoval and her close friend Raquel Leviss. Known as #Scandoval this brought all eyes to Vanderpump Rules. As longtime fans who devour every episode, my friend and actress Katie Walder (you know Katie from shows like Gilmore Girls, Mad Men, and How I Met Your Mother) and I decided we need to do an episode with makeup artist Jared Lipscomb. Jared is a makeup artist who, among his many talents, works often with the cast of Vanderpump Rules and is a dear friend to Ariana. We talk about how tricky the balance can be between client and friend and what it was like being in the room as Ariana Madix prepared herself for the upcoming Vanderpump Reunion which will surely be the Reality TV Superbowl. Jared is also a cancer survivor. Katie and I speak to him about his health journey and he tells us about the amazing organization, Be The Match which can help you to save someone's life. ...And keep an eye out for Katie on Station 19 4/6 on ABC at 8pm BE THE MATCH https://bethematch.org/ Jared's IG https://www.instagram.com/jaredlips/ Katie's IG https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiewalder/ Time Codes – 4:37 Reality TV make-up 5:35 Jared’s origin story 8:42 How he got the call for VP! 10:03 The Reunion Show 10:34 “I’m in” 12:03 No HMU on girl’s trips to Mexico?! 13:10 Ariana! 14:00 “We never know the lighting” 15:00 Private make-up artists vs. BRAVO artists 15:40 BRAVO don’t pay! 15:59 Reunion ‘looks’ 17:30 True contour vs. bronzer 18:29 Red carpet vibes find their way into Reunion Shows 19:20 The Fans 20:30“Where were you when you found out about #scandavol?” 21:30 My battle with leukemia 26:00 Neutral? Or take sides? 28:00 ‘Witches of Weho”. Stassi 30:30 Viral F.U. video 41:20 the DRESS! 41:45 Reunion FACE 48:00 Best powder for Reunion Shows 49:30 Lisa V’s look 50:30 1-800- BOYS LIE 52:30 Jared’s health journey

Hair Department Head René Warnes talks about her work in the beautiful series “George & Tammy” now on Showtime. We talk about the inspiration behind the detailed period looks and the importance of team collaboration on projects to make them successful. Also the subtle pairing of ever-changing hair looks with period wardrobe, and the fun in looking back for 'inspo' to The Brady Bunch, The Partridge Family, and Hee Haw (OMG). Watch George & Tammy on SHOWTIME Now.

Today's Episode is with the effortlessly cool Costume Designer and  Stylist, Dawn Ritz.  Her resume includes working with Selena Gomez,  Ariana Grande, Bella Thorne, Elton John, Grammy Winning  Producer Timbaland,  Emma Roberts, Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas, Grammy  Winning Slipknot, Academy Award winner John Hawkes, Multi Grammy and  Academy Winner Glen Campbell... and today, we are bringing you all the details of her design for Icon, Ozzy Osbourne.  Dawn talks with me all  about how she created his look for the Rams Half-Time Show this year and  you can see it for yourself at the link below.

We also get  into her unique philosophy and outlook and what keeps her engine running  in this ever evolving industry.  Grounded, sincere, and talented as  hell, I'm thrilled to have Dawn on the show as the last episode of 2022!

In this episode, you will learn absolutely everything you want to know about the makeup and hair design in the film, Amsterdam.  All the details behind Margot Robbie's beautiful looks and the effort put into the most perfect shade of brunette I've ever seen are broken down by Lori McCoy-Bell (hair department head), Oscar Winner, Adruitha Lee (hair co-department head), and Nana Fischer (makeup department head).  We discuss Christian Bale, Taylor Swift, and Anya Taylor-Joy's many looks as well.  Frequent collaborators with director David O. Russell, these women discuss their process, reveal their painstaking detail and we celebrate their successful jumps between periods.  And hold your breath as you hear the story about re-envisioning Mike Myers' entire look on a moment's notice and working with Jason Collins to remain in line with the overall look of the film.  It cannot be denied that these ladies executed impeccable work which I encourage you all to see upon its upcoming digital release.

Things are looking spooky! Channel the spirit of Halloween with Orphan: First Kill’s Makeup Designer Doug Morrow and actress Isabelle Fuhrman, who plays Esther - the child killer -  in this prequel to the cult horror hit. In this episode, Doug and Isabelle share what it was like filming Orphan: First Kill during the pandemic, the different techniques used to make Isabelle appear much younger, and how fans can recreate the main character Esther’s costume for Halloween this year.

Watch Orphan: First Kill 

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8:00 — The Age of Infection: filming during the pandemic

10:04 — Orphan Life: A look behind the scene of life on set

16:54  — Lights, camera, contour: how light, makeup, and technique can influence age

19:30 — Prosthetic Pros: how imprint helps makeup artists sculpt and create prosthetics

21:45 — From Kills to Prequels: The idea behind the prequel for Orphan: First Kill

YouTube

0:00 — Intro: Meet Doug Morrow and Isabelle Fuhrman

4:10 — Isabelle aging backward

5:10 — Doug’s makeup secrets

8:00 — Filming during COVID-19

10:04 — Life on set

21:45 — Behind the prequel

30:00 — Filming the sequel

In an episode and (movie!) that you can’t miss, Costume Designer Sarah Evelyn Bram shares her creative vision that brought Brad Pitt. Bad Bunny, and Joey King’s characters and costumes to life in Bullet Train. Sarah talks about the team it took to create each costume and how supply chain shortages caused a scramble behind the scenes. Sarah also discusses her unique career path, from being drawn to arts and design to now becoming a costume designer for one of this year’s most anticipated releases.

Highlights:

5:25  — Vintage Heroes & Zen Masters: Creating Brad Pitt’s newest hero character and world

9:25 — Bullet Speed: Catalyzing a creative process to keep up with the filming schedule

17:50 — Do Or Dye: Outfit continuity challenges and special effects that make characters pop

20:10 — Arts & Paths: An artistic background bolstered Sarah’s path to becoming a costume designer

Stamps:

0:00 — Episode Intro

1:25 — Bullet Train Clip

2:13 — Behind Bullet Trains Costumes

20:10 — Sarah’s Career

26:00 — Final Look

No matter if it’s current trends or timeless looks, Black-ish’s Hairstylist & Barber Stacey Morris and Hair & Celebrity Stylist and Department Head, Nena Ross Davis have created all the looks you love to see on TV. Stacey and Nena have been the creative geniuses behind some of TV’s greatest stylings, including Scandal, Law & Order, and of course, Black-ish. Stacey has worked behind the scenes on the groundbreaking show since season 1, And here, she and Nena talk about how their creative direction evolved with each of the character’s development, the actor’s style, current trends, and the ever-rising popularity of the hit TV show you’ve loved to watch for 8 seasons. They share behind-the-scenes stories you need to know about famous guest stars, balancing multiple projects, bringing creative visions to life, and getting ahead in an ever-competitive industry.  --- 

Stacey's IG https://www.instagram.com/staceykutzlive/

Nena's IG https://www.instagram.com/nenarossthehairboss/

Stranger Things is one of the most iconic shows in Netflix history, largely due to the creative brain power behind bringing each character’s look to life. Stranger Things’ Emmy Nominated Makeup Department Heads Devin Morales and Amy L. Forsythe talk about testing out different looks, from creating the perfect blue eye shadow to red nosebleeds, and staying true to the decade’s trends. Plus, they take us behind their experience filming overseas during the pandemic, interacting with fans who recreate character looks, and a special brand partnership with MAC Cosmetics.  By the way- This Episode is best viewed on the YouTube Channel so make sure you head to youtube.com/lookbehindthelook so you can see all the BTS images from Amy and Devin's Instagram.

Amy L. Forsythe's IG https://www.instagram.com/amylforsythe/

Devin Morales' IG https://www.instagram.com/devinshayla/

Stranger Things MAC Collection https://www.maccosmetics.com/stranger-things

3:07 — Behind the Upside Down: How an indie project turned into one of Netflix’s biggest hits

9:25 — 80’s Revival: Drawing inspiration from the 1980’s most iconic trends and characters

14:20 — Russian and Halting: How the pandemic delayed filming overseas storylines

17:10 — There Will Be Blood: Cuts, scrapes, and bat bites, oh my!

21:40 — I’m with the Fans: How the show’s looks inspired costumes, tattoos, and more

23:30 — Skin Deep: Even the cast’s breakout stars get acne breakouts as teenagers

28:40 — Welcome to the 50’s: Recreating recreated era looks after pandemic halts

Elizabeth Holmes might have made promises to the medical community she couldn’t keep, but my conversation with Jorjee Douglass exceeded expectations. The Dropout’s Makeup Department Head takes us behind the scenes (and behind the prosthetics) that made each character in the Hulu miniseries so iconic. From red lips to blue lights, Jorjee shares camera and color tricks that illuminated one of today’s most controversial figures.

1:10 —Dropping in on The Dropout: Early roadblocks in creating and filming The Dropout

8:05 — Too Pretty for TV: How Amanda Seyfried’s beauty made the character less believable

14:14 — Holmes Away From Holmes: How the iconic actors decided to embody their roles

21:55 — Chasing the Red Lip: Turning a controversial CEO into an alluring character

29:16 — I’m With the Band: Styling iconic musicians and transitioning into makeup

33:50 — Diversity on set: How the team working on set reflects border industry changes

YouTube Timeclips:

0:00 — Intro

1:05 – Jorjee Introduction

14:14 — Segment: Becoming Holmes

23:55 — Segment: Loving Controversial Characters

29:16 — Segment: Jorjee’s early career

32:05 — Segment: Filming Challenges

A delightful conversation with New Zealand's own costume designer, Jane Holland, where she opens up about the intense craftsmanship that went into Spike Spiegel's (actor John Cho's) iconic blue suit in Cowboy Bebop - the tailoring, influences from the graphic novel, the gorgeous lining only actor John Cho knew about, and a secret 'easter egg' of sorts: handmade buttons with a water symbol - all part of a legacy costume (one the character wears the whole project!).  Also, the hundreds of versions that were made of the blue suit for all the action sequences.  Jane discusses the heartbreak of the shows sudden cancellation by Netflix after creating an entire studio workshop for the characters' intricate wardrobe.  Jane discusses throwing herself into projects and how if you don't go all in, you aren't taking a risk, so NO REGRETS.  From her beginnings working on Jane Campion's Oscar-winning The Piano to Xena: Warrior Princess, Jane sings the praises of New Zealand's tightly knit and vital film community as well as her recent colabs with her son!