The Jack Pierce Makeup Memorial: November 2024

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The Jack Pierce Makeup Memorial

Jack P. Pierce (b.1889 - d.1968)

Frankenstein (Universal, 1931)

One of Jack's most famous makeup creations was the Frankenstein Monster [Image source: TUMBLR]

Bride Of Frankenstein (Universal, 1935)

Pierce's makeup gave the characters life -- Boris and Elsa gave them soul. [Image source: TUMBLR]

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The Mummy (Universal, 1932)

Jack won an award from The Hollywood Filmograph for this makeup. [Image source: TUMBLR]

Werewolf of London (Universal 1935)

John visits Jack

Paying my respects - April 2013

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