Masters of Make-up Effects A Century of Practical Magic by Howard Berger & Marshall Julius

Step behind the curtain and into the creature shop with Masters of Make-up Effects, a definitive celebration of the artistry that brings cinema’s most iconic monsters and characters to life. Written by Academy Award-winning effects artist Howard Berger and veteran film critic Marshall Julius, this book offers an unparalleled look at the evolution of practical effects over the last 100 years.
Featuring a foreword by Guillermo del Toro and an afterword by Seth MacFarlane, this luxury volume includes original interviews with legends of the craft and never-before-seen behind-the-scenes photography. From the early days of silent film to the sophisticated animatronics and prosthetics of modern blockbusters, Masters of Make-up Effects is an essential tribute to the "practical magic" that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.