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Margaret Beserra - Legendary Makeup Artist
Episode 19

Margaret Beserra - Legendary Makeup Artist

The Creative Connection Podcast

August 29, 20251h 14m

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Show Notes

Step into the world of legendary makeup artist Margaret Beserra as she takes us through her incredible career in Hollywood special effects and makeup. From her early collaborations with Rob Bottin on The Howling and The Thing with John Carpenter, to groundbreaking work with icons like Tom Cruise, Eddie Murphy, Rick Baker, Stan Winston, and David Fincher, Margaret shares stories from behind the scenes of some of cinema’s most unforgettable films.

 

Hear about her journey from starting in SFX hair and makeup, to problem solving on set, creating innovations in age makeup, and working on classics like Total Recall, Basic Instinct, Robocop, Mission Impossible, Coming to America, Seven, AI, and even Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Whether you’re a fan of practical effects, horror history, or the artistry behind Hollywood transformations, this conversation is packed with insights, stories, and inspiration.

 

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This episode is hosted by Alexander Blackburn and Ian Rayburn

 

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