I love that these videos are about the psyche and character-building of film characters rather than the beauty side. Also: longer videos with more details would be a treat.
I love your makeup and psychological take on this film and Alex’s character! I love this movie so much because I’m a fan of thriller movies and this one is one of the best imo! Glenn Close is an impeccable actress.
Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman in “Batman Returns” (1998) has interesting and beautiful makeup. There is a big transformation of her character Selina Kyle that translates into her make up as well. I think you have similar features so her makeup will definitely look good on you too.
@@kchives9858 I did a quick search and you are wright. There does seem to be a Halloween makeup video from 2011 for a website called Beautylish, but it’s private :(
It’s so sad that Glenn didn’t win the Oscar for this. She absolutely deserved it and put in the work. The Academy doesn’t really like roles like this, which is probably why it went to Cher. Cher deserved the Oscar too, and I’m SO HAPPY she got it, but it’s still such a toss up for me! Anne Archer was also phenomenal in this, and is often overlooked because of Glenn’s stunning performance. 1987 was just an all around great year for the girls!
Sam, I'm 54 and totally agree with your assessment of the film. It's interesting how films are viewed quite some time after they're made. Love your re-creation of this look.
I second the request for Uma Thurman in Kill Bill! Particularly the scene when she first meets Hattori Hanzo, her makeup is so pretty there. You’re so good at observing the little details that really make the look!
Your personality shines through in every look you create, making you a standout in the industry. I have immense respect for your talent and creativity 🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 On a separate note, I must compliment your refined taste and poise 😌 You embody class and chic effortlessly! 🙌🏼
I would love an updated version of your old Marla Singer video - the original was amazing and why I followed you. With newer, fresher products it would be fantastic 😍
YESS!! Thank you for making more videos like these. I absolutely loved your Clarice video and I was hoping for more. They remind me of your earlier videos. I remember I adored your videos about Helena Bonham Carter in Fight Club, Sigourney Weaver in Ghostbusters, Miss Argentina in Beetlejuice and Frank n Furter (although those last two could have been for Halloween, but still). I also remember others like the Elizabeth Taylor and the Alexis Colby from Dinasty one. TLDR: PLEASE MAKE MORE! :) PS I think it's a crime that Glenn Close has never won an oscar.
I'm really loving these videos. It's fascinating to hear about the characters from your perspective as a MUA. Totally happy to watch whatever you decide you want to film. Your passion for your art shines through and that's what I love to watch 🙂
since 2006 you have been my favorite makeup artist on RU-vid. love the lengthier content because it displays your knowledge, techniques, & intelligence in the best manner. keep staying so authentic & badass ❤
I love that this makeup runs so contrary, in so many of its exercises, to what we've been conditioned to doing and seeing with makeup lately. Enhanced asymmetry, downturned effects, reduced definition, slipshod blending, eyelash minimalism - it's weirdly refreshing in its intended toxicity. I'd wear a look like this if I had PMS and wanted to seem as unapproachable as humanly possible.
That moment of "im not going to be ignored dan" is just so incredible. Its so chilling!! Love this type of video and your hair is looking like mine does on the regular 😂 id honestly love to see Frank N Furter from Rocky Horror as his makeup goes through various changes throughout the movie (maybe closer to Halloween?)
You gotta do a nakeup video of one of the female characters from the tv show Dallas. They were all so glamorous despite being housewives and for the 70s, each femake character looked different. They didn't go thru trends and just went for what looked good for each womans facial body shape, personality, and character. Very different from Charlies Angels. On that show every girl had to be tanned, a blow out, lip gloss, etc. Dallas was so different and i have never seen many episodes but the makeup always matched the clothing, even day makeup was so feminine and gorgeous.
Sam, I was attending USC film school in the 80s when this came out in theaters. I saw the movie in West Los Angeles where people were standing up in their seats and shouting at the screen when Alex was doing her thing. I adore Glenn Close and I’ve always been obsessed with this movie for many of the same reasons you pointed out. Thank you for this excellent breakdown on the make up. I am a make up fiend and I’ve followed you for a long time. I think you’re brilliant. Please do more of these. I love them! ❤
I cannot tell you how much I've loved these last two videos. You're combining two of my very favourite things. Cinema and make up! I'd love to see your take on Sharon Stones make up in basic instinct. Iconic 90s!
omg i love this format and how very passionate you are on the character it made me want watch the film! I just might. I would love for you to do a longer one for any characters that you find interesting because I will watch it for your commentary, makeup, hair and everything else you want to include. Thank you for being an inspiration, Sam
I'm loving these, Sam! It's perfect as it is. Very informative and different. Can we have Audrey's makeup when she's sat in her window singing Moon River? I love that makeup so much.
I love this new idea of makeup tutorial! I have never recognized a connection between the makeup and the development of a film character before. Funny fact, I recently watched Fatal Attraction because I felt the need for some good 80s vibes. I already liked this movie, but now with your thoughts and insights about it, the movie is even more interesting to me and makes me think about it with more profundity.
I have seen Fatal Attraction many times. The scene where their daughter is watching her parents fight she covers her face and begins to cry I always get teary eyed. You are spot on with the makeup the hollow eyes that Alex had. Rene Russo from Thomas Crown Affair I always remember how great her makeup always looked.
My absolute favorite videos. I like the chatty and don't mind them being longish. I loved the old videos on your other channel where you would just chat about random stuff. This series is fascinating. What about actresses from older films like Joan Crawford? Mildred Pierce? Mommy Dearest? That could be fun.
this reminds me so much of one of my all-time favorite videos of yours, your Selina Kyle makeup tutorial!! I used to rewatch that one CONSTANTLY, not even just for the makeup but for the way you talked about her as a character
I love this series so so much Sam. I still remember how cool your Marla Singer tutorial was ages ago. In this Alex Forrest one, as soon as you added the lip liner I was like, WHOAH. Fascinating to see how you break these looks down.
You can do these film-look makeup analyses all day long, I will never get tired of them! I get so many great ideas and it’s so fun to think about how the makeup is so important to creating character!! And you look gorgeous!
You’re so clever. Really interesting and great to watch, so thank you. The film that always sticks in my mind is Whatever happened to Baby Jane. Bette Davis was incredible in that and I loved the makeup. I’d love to learn more about it. Thanks Sam.
it was a lovely surprise to see the woman who taught me to do makeup recommended on youtube again after all this time, doing such a fun series. sam you look fantastic as ever. i'd love to see any marlene dietrich look, from any of her films
Love these videos so much. Love when the makeup mirrors the complex character. Maybe you could do Bette Davis 'Of Human Bondage' as the makeup story of that one is interesting. Or even Kim Novak in Vertigo, as Hitchcock was so obsessive over the makeup. I also vote for Marla Singer 😂, but I know you've already done that years ago. ❤
I knew immediately from the thumb nail! Love these, old school style RU-vid where people made the content they wanted for fun and creativity not just because it would get views!
I absolutely adore this series! I love the info you give about how the makeup, hair, and wardrobe inform the characters. Longer would be amazing. I love listening to all the insight you have!
Returning to add: this may be a stock answer, but I think my favourite movie makeup has to be Uma Thurman in Pulp Fiction. Mia Wallace's de-evolution from crisp blood-red lip, matte skin, and manicured brows to sickly, sweaty complexion and melting mascara is my Roman Empire. I'm also weirdly obsessed with the makeup from Heathers (1988). In the beginning, with the school hierarchy is being established, you can really see where the 80s is starting to develop into the 90s: heavy makeup that still has a naturalistic effect. Then later on, when Shannen Doherty and Winona Ryder are butting heads in the power vacuum, both of them are wearing red lipstick to assert dominance. But since Shannen/ Heather Duke has the social upper hand, her lip is more of a bloodied crimson, while Winona/ Veronica's is softer and warmer and brighter, as if defying her lost innocence and her disillusionment. Heathers really went all in with its fashion and styling.
I am so glad to have found your channel again! You are one of my favorite makeup artists and you’ve influenced my makeup style significantly. I love this series of going over characters’ makeup looks and discussing the makeup choices in the context of the story. Thank you for sharing your craft!
Cameron Diaz in the Mask was always my favorite movie makeup. When you did the Bond girl series way back- I always hoped you would branch out and do other movies!! This is the kind of tutorial that’s so enjoyable for us movie lovers.
Oh my gosh - I watched Fatal Attraction at the movies when it was first released. It was absolutely riveting and the second half pure creeping dread. It was so risqué for the time. I found the end particularly disturbing, but now that I'm in my late 50's, and as you say, we have so much more understanding and empathy for mental health conditions, I just find it really sad. I love these Sam; please do more. I actually really love this makeup look. Xx
Absolutely love this! Such a different take on a make up video! You did a brilliant job. Makes me want to watch the film again and pay closer attention to the make up. Would be good to see some stills of her in the film as you go along to illustrate. Can’t wait for the next one! ❤
This is fantastic. I love the film analysis. I love the makeup. I haven’t seen the film (way too dark for my taste) but of course I’m aware with the film and always thought Glen Close looked amazing! I could never understand why they wouldn’t think she could do “sexy”. Anyways she also just a top tier actress she’s brilliant in everything she does. Thank you so much for the video! Can’t wait to see more like this!
LOVE this new series and so many of people's suggestions in the comments. Maybe for a more full on OTT 90s - Elizabeth Berkley or Gina Gershon in Showgirls? Plus there is so much great trivia about it. Kyle McLachlan was asked on a podcast what the worst film he's ever seen is and immediately said that. 😅 Personally I think it's the most iconic campy trash ever. I also loved Fatal Attraction - not watched it yet but there's a series with Joshua Jackson. Although I did see the play in London years ago - Natasha McElhone played Alex and Charlotte from Sex and the City played the Anne Archer role.
I am loving this series concept you’ve started!! What about doing Geena Davis in the Long Kiss Goodnight, after she transitions into her assassin character Charlie!!! That’s a great underrated movie I loved!!
Why is this so fun?!! Ha I love these videos they’re interesting and fun to see you recreate the makeup from these films. Would love to see more from more films
