
Emma Thompson stars as the formidable Miss Trunchbull in Roald Dahl's beloved classic, Matilda: The Musical.

The versatile actress undergoes a stunning transformation to embody the character, donning prosthetic chin and enduring a rigorous makeup routine starting as early as 5 AM with a team of six makeup artists.
Doug Jones shines in Pan's Labyrinth.

Known for his remarkable talent behind layers of terrifying makeup, Jones portrays both the enigmatic Faun and the sinister Pale Man.
With each character requiring five hours of makeup, Jones navigates the challenges of heavy rubber costumes, intense heat, and limited restroom breaks.
Margot Robbie captivates audiences as Queen Elizabeth I in Mary Queen of Scots.

Margot Robbie undergoes an impressive transformation to portray Queen Elizabeth, complete with facial scars and extensive makeup.
Colin Farrell takes on the role of the villainous Penguin in The Batman.

With an elaborate makeup process taking four hours each day, Farrell fully embraces the character of Penguin, barely recognizable to his own son.
David Harbour immerses himself in the role of the iconic Hellboy.

Transforming into the famous red demon required rigorous training and strict dieting for over 10 weeks.
To stay faithful to the original character, the production team limits the use of CGI and opts for handcrafted makeup effects.
Jim Carrey transforms into the iconic Grinch in How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

To become the Grinch, Jim Carrey endures an arduous 8-and-a-half-hour makeup process, including prosthetic hands and feet.
Carrey describes the challenges: 'I couldn't see, breathe, or feel my own body. The costume restrictions made me feel like I had a refrigerator strapped to my back.'
Meryl Streep embodies the sinister witch in Into the Woods with impressive makeup.

Streep wears a gray, tattered wig that leaves audiences terrified and unable to recognize her.
Warwick Davis portrays a memorable character in Harry Potter.

Warwick Davis takes on three different roles in the Harry Potter series.
Initially cast as Filius Flitwick, the charms master, Davis later voices the goblin Griphook.
As Griphook's role expands, Davis replaces Verne Troyer in the performance.

Benicio Del Toro portrays a terrifying werewolf in The Wolfman.
The film utilizes advanced makeup techniques and special effects to enhance the frightening features of the character.

Anne Hathaway tackles the role of the antagonist in The Witches.
The actress had to sit still, her body suspended from the ceiling by ropes tied to her hair to maintain balance. The eerie witch transformation of Anna is haunting, with an elongated head, a smile that almost reaches her ears, sharp fangs, and a snake-like tongue.