Overview
- Jonathan Bailey confirmed his transformation was achieved entirely with prosthetics, noting extensive makeup tests and built-in cooling to manage heat.
- Makeup and prosthetics leads Frances Hannon and Mark Coulier used handcrafted elements, including a wig made from wheat and grass and a burlap-inspired collar, coordinated with costume and production design.
- Ethan Slater said his Tin Man look involved 11 facial pieces with a roughly four-hour application, along with contacts, dentures and precisely painted silicone for seamless movement.
- Bailey’s interview drew added attention with a risqué quip about his appearance without the straw hair, amplifying online discussion of the film’s character designs.
- Moviegoers have responded strongly, with posts praising the craftsmanship and others describing the transformations as startling or uncanny, as the film continues its theatrical run with a high-profile ensemble cast.