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Oscar-winning makeup artist Rick Baker shines at Locarno
12 Aug
Summary
- Rick Baker, a seven-time Oscar winner, receives Locarno's Vision Award.
- He is honored for creating fantastical creatures and groundbreaking makeup.
- Baker is showcasing films like 'An American Werewolf in London'.
The 79th Locarno Film Festival is honoring Oscar-winning makeup artist Rick Baker, a record seven-time winner in his field. Baker will receive the Vision Award for his transformative work in cinematic makeup and creature design.
Films such as "An American Werewolf in London" and "The Nutty Professor" are being showcased, representing key milestones in Baker's career. His artistry is behind many fantastical creatures and iconic characters, including those in Michael Jackson's "Thriller."
Organizers lauded Baker for forging a new visual grammar for cinematic metamorphosis. His career spans collaborations with numerous renowned directors, cementing his status as an artist whose work has inspired generations.
