Look Behind The Look

Step into the shadowy world of fast fashion and its disconcerting impact on society and our planet in this episode of Look Behind The Look. Let's unveil the chilling truths behind the glitz of the fashion industry through an enlightening conversation with director Eva Orner. Her documentary which premiered at SXSW, and is now streaming on HBO Max, exposes the unsettling practices of Brandy Melville and the broader implications of fast fashion. Eva's film reveals the exploitation and environmental havoc wrought by this multi-trillion-dollar industry. From the deceptive allure of social media marketing to the stark reality of one-size-fits-all clothing's exclusivity, the discussion dives deep into the heart of the issues. The conversation also tackles the complex challenge of sustainable consumption, debunking the myth that eco-friendly fashion is a luxury only the wealthy can afford. This episode isn't just about the dark side of fashion—it's a call to action, a guide to making more ethical choices, and a tribute to the brave young women who dared to speak out against industry giants. Enjoy the episode and tell us what you think! Head to www.lookbehindthelook.com for more! Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Ready to unravel the artistry behind the terrifying looks of Twisted Metal? Join us on Look Behind the Look with special guest Stacey Perry, the mastermind makeup and special effects artist who brings this popular game to life. From her New Orleans roots making films with her family, to the set of a hit show, Stacey's story is a journey through creativity and craft. Don't miss this episode! Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Our latest podcast episode reveals the critical Pay Equity Now campaign led by the Costume Designers Guild. Discover how costume designers are fighting for fair wages and why their work is pivotal to the entertainment industry. This eye-opening conversation with Danielle Launzel sheds light on the intersection of creativity, gender, and labor rights. Tune in and learn how you can support pay equity efforts! Pay Equity Now Website https://www.costumedesignersguild.com/pay-equity/ Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

In this week's captivating episode of Look Behind The Look, we delve into the dazzling world of television with a focus on the stylish series "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans." Host Tiffany Bartok sits down with the brilliant Jackie Rizotto, the makeup department head responsible for the show's stunning aesthetics. Jackie opens up about the intricate details that went into crafting the iconic looks for Naomi Watts and the rest of the cast, revealing the subtle aging techniques and product choices that brought these characters to life—especially in the show's mesmerizing black and white episode. Jackie also touches on the challenges and triumphs of transforming Tom Hollander without prosthetics, ensuring each swan's individuality shone through, and the collaborative efforts that made the series a visual feast. From behind-the-scenes anecdotes to the makeup must-haves that graced the set, this episode is a treasure trove for fans and aspiring makeup artists alike. As the series continues to enchant viewers, join us for an insider's peek into the artistry that makes "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans" a true masterpiece of television glamour. Keep watching the swans soar and join us next time for more behind-the-scenes magic on Look Behind The Look. (00:00) Look behind the look explores your favorite looks in film, television and fashion history (00:51) Today we're talking to Jackie Risotto about Naomi Watts' personal looks (04:10) The film looks stunning on the big screen, which surprised you (05:02) You're the makeup department head on "The Handmaid's Tale" (06:07) Maestro was shot in black and white; did that provide any challenges (07:11) What are the shades of lipstick that really broadcast? Red. I mean, I can tell just even though it's black and white (08:12) Each character is so different. I did a lot of research on each character (10:50) Molly Ringwald plays Joanne Carson on the show (13:18) What are some of the products that you just can't live without on set (14:13) Let's talk about Tom's transformation in Spider-Man: Homecoming (15:44) There are no prosthetics on "The Handmaid's Tale" (17:57) Tell me about the Jessica lang of this film (19:44) How does Gus Van Zant work with Ryan Murphy on this project (22:34) This is the first time you've worked on a Ryan Murphy production (23:39) What was it like on set, the show within the show (27:47) Look behind the look is a vinyl foot production written by Tiffany Bartok WATCH Feud: Capote vs. the Swans https://www.hulu.com/series/d0724bf0-6a97-4cc8-900b-91b3f3c94633 Products Used for this series: Lisa Eldridge:https://www.lisaeldridge.com/ Pat McGrath:https://www.patmcgrath.com/collections/the-feud-truman-capote-the-swans My favorite Assistant: https://make.headliner.app/referral/lookbehindthelookpod_M76kAn KEYWORDS Makeup Department Head, Naomi Watts Transformation, Black And White Episode, Tv Costume Design, Pat Mcgrath Makeup, Film And Television Production, Ryan Murphy Series, Hair And Makeup Design, Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans, Behind The Scenes Stories, Kyra Pachenko, Makeup Tips And Tricks, Celebrity Makeup Stories, Set Life Anecdotes, Cinematography And Makeup, Character Development, Hollywood Glamour, Iconic Tv Fashion, Period Piece Makeup, Celebrity Interviews Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Today's episode celebrates the Oscar Nominated work of Makeup and Hair Designer Karen Hartley Thomas, Prosthetics Designer Suzi Battersby, and Prosthetic Makeup Artist Ashra Kelly-Blue on the film GOLDA. These women share with me the process involved to transform the acting force Helen Mirren into Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir. These women, who had never worked together before came together to create this award worthy transformation and now share with me exactly how they did it. Enjoy! Watch GOLDA Here: https://paramountplus.qflm.net/k0X4LV Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

I'm thrilled to bring you an episode with Kazu Hiro this week. Kazu is a BAFTA and Academy Award winning artist and is once again nominated both for the Oscar and a BAFTA Award for his sensational work transforming Bradley Cooper into legendary composer Leonard Bernstein. I was thrilled to grab a moment with him to discuss his work and hear about his process. Enjoy this conversation with one of the most in-demand, yet incredibly humble artists in the industry, Kazu Hiro. Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Are you watching Barbie right now? Thinking about it? Whether you have seen it once, twice, or 5 times like my son... You have noticed a couple of things- Barbie's hair at the dance party and the flawless highlighting of all the characters. After a chase of all chases, Ivana Primorac finally shared her secrets with me. Yes, I realize her secrets are not-so-secret as they have been shared in various interviews, but this is special because it's our interview. I was humbled to speak to Ivana- I've been reaching out to her since the early months of COVID because I wanted to learn about her work on FX's PISTOL, but she was always tied up on a project as she is insanely in demand. I was lucky to grab her between interviews during a press week while she was in Croatia for a quickie. I'm excited to share with you all the techniques she shared with me AND of course- the innovative way she kept the bounce in Barbie's dance party hair. Enjoy!Watch Barbie here http://tinyurl.com/watchbarbieonmax 0:00 3:10 Little Women 5:50 What Barbie Shouldn’t Have Been 7:40 Artificially Authentic 9:20 Shown to Scale 10:20 Totally Weird and Totally Hair 13:30 Disco Party Hair 17:27 Skin Tones, Lipsticks, and Individuality 23:55 Barbie’s Must-Have Products 25:30 Ivana’s Barbie Story --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/look-behind-the-look-pod/support

Are you watching Barbie right now? Thinking about it? Whether you have seen it once, twice, or 5 times like my son... You have noticed a couple of things- Barbie's hair at the dance party and the flawless highlighting of all the characters. After a chase of all chases, Ivana Primorac finally shared her secrets with me. Yes, I realize her secrets are not-so-secret as they have been shared in various interviews, but this is special because it's our interview. I was humbled to speak to Ivana- I've been reaching out to her since the early months of COVID because I wanted to learn about her work on FX's PISTOL, but she was always tied up on a project as she is insanely in demand. I was lucky to grab her between interviews during a press week while she was in Croatia for a quickie. I'm excited to share with you all the techniques she shared with me AND of course- the innovative way she kept the bounce in Barbie's dance party hair. Enjoy!Watch Barbie here http://tinyurl.com/watchbarbieonmax 0:00 3:10 Little Women 5:50 What Barbie Shouldn’t Have Been 7:40 Artificially Authentic 9:20 Shown to Scale 10:20 Totally Weird and Totally Hair 13:30 Disco Party Hair 17:27 Skin Tones, Lipsticks, and Individuality 23:55 Barbie’s Must-Have Products 25:30 Ivana’s Barbie Story Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

My favorite movie this year has been SALTBURN. There. I said it. I was thrilled to speak to Makeup and Hair Designer Siân Miller about her work in this film. Whether this polarizing film was one that you loved or hated, it is coming out on digital Dec. 21 via AMAZON Prime. So gather the family 'round and enjoy! I loved talking to Siân about the looks behind Carey Mulligan's visually stunning cameo, Jacob Elordi and Alison Oliver's matching tattoos with secret messages and did I mention Jacob's hair secrets? Because we cover all that too... Siân's meticulous approach and attention to detail is what made this film the glorious puzzle that you love to decode. Enjoy this conversation and stay away from that bathtub! WATCH SALTBURN HERE https://amzn.to/4apS0kj Siân Miller's IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CzUIAoWq96c/ Saltburn IG https://www.instagram.com/saltburnfilm/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/look-behind-the-look-pod/support

My favorite movie this year has been SALTBURN. There. I said it. I was thrilled to speak to Makeup and Hair Designer Siân Miller about her work in this film. Whether this polarizing film was one that you loved or hated, it is coming out on digital Dec. 21 via AMAZON Prime. So gather the family 'round and enjoy! I loved talking to Siân about the looks behind Carey Mulligan's visually stunning cameo, Jacob Elordi and Alison Oliver's matching tattoos with secret messages and did I mention Jacob's hair secrets? Because we cover all that too... Siân's meticulous approach and attention to detail is what made this film the glorious puzzle that you love to decode. Enjoy this conversation and stay away from that bathtub! WATCH SALTBURN HERE https://amzn.to/4apS0kj Siân Miller's IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CzUIAoWq96c/ Saltburn IG https://www.instagram.com/saltburnfilm/ Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Headed your way in the coming weeks is a barrage of Award-Contenders because 'Tis Awards Season. There's no shortage of incredible work to say and today I am bringing you a conversation with returning guest, Nadia Stacey. We are going to break down POOR THINGS and talk about creating Willem Dafoe's face which successfully told it's own story, Emma Stone's evolution as Bella and so much more. Nadia also lets me know about Yorgos' "no wigs" rule and she shares that it was a complete surprise to her that the film would also be shot in black and white and we talk about what she did with that information to adjust accordingly. I know you enjoyed the film (in theaters, I hope!) and now it's time to hear how this incredible artist created these fantastical looks. Enjoy! Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Today is the day of the digital release of OPPENHEIMER so here is an episode for you about what all the heavy lifting that went to aging and transforming the brilliant actors in the film. Hair Designer Jaime Leigh McIntosh and Makeup Designer Luisa Abel walk us through the process on set under Christopher Nolan's direction while they collaborated to create convincing looks for Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., and Emily Blunt that would span across wildly different projections (IMAX and 70 MM) and Black and White as well as Color. I'm sorry for the minimal visuals- the studio sent approved images which I wanted to respect, but in order to see Jaime Leigh and Luisa's extraordinary work better, please please please see the film which is out now on digital.Jaime Leigh also hosts the podcast, Last Looks which is a must-sub for everyone in the industry- check it out if you aren't subscribed already! Jaime Leigh's IGhttps://www.instagram.com/jaimeleigh.hair/ Last Looks Podcasthttps://linktr.ee/Thelastlookspodcast OPPENHEIMERhttps://amzn.to/3G6WvT0 Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

The new film from A24, Sophia Coppola's PRISCILLA, is an undisputed feast for the eyes. Released on this past weekend, you hopefully got yourself to the theater to see the incredible detail that was put in to the costumes, set design, hair, makeup and cinematography. As a frequent visitor to Graceland myself and a person who has been known to study every last detail of Priscilla, Elvis and Lisa Marie Presley's aesthetic, I was truly impressed with the visuals because they honored the historical detail while also being unmistakingly Sophia's vision. I loved having Hair Designer Cliona Furey back on the pod to talk about her unbelievable work (no doubt it has been in your feed this entire week!). It's deservedly getting tons of Awards Buzz, and you will love hearing about how she did it, straight from Cliona herself. Enjoy! Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Hello Hello! No, you aren't imagining things- we are talking about The Bear again because this season absolutely deserves two episodes. Today's is with Hair Department Head, Ally Vickers and she talks about her much discussed brilliant work (coined "dirtbag chic" by many) with Jeremy Allen White, and turning Abby Elliot from blonde to brunette and back again within a week. She takes us behind the scenes with Will Poulter, Jamie Lee Curtis, and the entire cast of this beloved show. You'll hear from Ally about her Mood Videos that she creates for her characters, and if you are watching on YouTube (subscribe now BTW) you will see the one she created for Donna (played by Jamie Lee Curtis of course). Enjoy! *Check out the show notes for how to support those out of work from the ongoing strike as well as to see which products Ally uses for Jeremy's look. Links In This Episode: Ally's IG https://www.instagram.com/allysondawn/ Entertainment Community Fund https://tinyurl.com/entertainmentcommunityfund2023 Local 706 https://local706.org/ Products Used on Jeremy Allen White: Tecuane Esperanza Scalp Oil https://www.tecuane.com/products/scalp-tonic Bumble and Bumble Sea Salt Spray https://amzn.to/3LhOOw7 Days of Dirt https://amzn.to/3LhOOw7 Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

WE ARE HEADED BACK TO SCHOOL. Yes indeed, with Emmy Nominee Moira Frazier, the Head of the Hair Department at ABBOT ELEMENTARY. Moira tells me about whipping up a wig at a moment's notice for Ayo Edibri, finding individualized hairstyles for all our favorites in the cast including Janelle James, Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph and Lisa Ann Walter as well as the many many many other cast members- kids, parents and more. Moira breaks down the nitty gritty of The Strike and how the trickle down affects the entire industry, and she tells me about her products which she uses on set and you can purchase for yourself. I had the greatest time talking to this amazing woman, and I hope you enjoy our conversation and learn a thing or two that you didn't know before about wigs, the strike, and... Toledo. (just listen!) Moira's products discussed in the episode: ⁠Lace lock melting spray⁠ ⁠Hair creme⁠ LAMIE LUV Moisture Combo Moira's IG ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fingazbeauty/⁠ Gino's in Toledo ⁠https://originalginos.com/⁠ Netty's In Toledo⁠ https://nettys.com/⁠ Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

THE BEAR. It's your favorite show and these are your favorite characters. I am breaking my hiatus to bring you this episode because you know we all need it. Ignacia Soto-Aguilar will tell you in this episode about THE LASH (you know the one on Jamie Lee Curtis' face that broke the internet)! I love talking to Ignacia about her projects because while she is a makeup artist, what you may not know is that she thinks like a filmmaker. Listen as she tells me what it was like shooting Episode 6 - "Fishes", that incredible Christmas dinner scene where ALL HELL BROKE LOOSE. And Will Poulter's tatts based on his personal story - he needed nurses everywhere and hot sauce bottles?! - as well as the Brownies that he made himself and brought to set in this very special bonus episode about this very special show. Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

For the last episode of Season 3, I am thrilled to bring you the Guardians of the Galaxy 3. I had been looking forward to speaking with the film's Hair Department Head, Cassie Russek, for a long time now and we were finally brought together here with Makeup Department Head of Guardians 3, Alexei Dmitriew, AND for the cherry on top, my friend, Chukwudi Iwuji joined us as well! You are going to love this talk with the team behind Guardians of the Galaxy 3 as they tell me about their favorite days on set, their biggest challenges and how they worked together to break the record for the MOST prosthetics used in a feature film. 02:54 - Start 4:15 - Coming to the Film 8:47 - Making the Look 10:44 - Pull-Back Mask 11:43 - Prosthetics over CGI 13:00 - Working with the Hair 14:30 - Going Bald 16:50 - Purple 18:52 - R&D 21:18 - We Won’t Fix It In Post 22:56 - Everyone Was “On It” 24:39 - Adaptation and Evolution 27:13 - Crazy Eyes 29:12 - Project Investment 31:14 - Bring the A Game 33:32 - Favorite Day on Set 39:06 - Record Breaking Prosthetics Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

This week features a conversation between Oscar Award Winner Judy Chin and Emmy Award Winner Jason Collins of Autonomous FX, Inc. Dead Ringers starring Rachel Weisz, now on Amazon Prime, is a limited series based on the original film which starred Jeremy Irons. Judy is the makeup department head and Jason heads up the SFX Team on the show. These two are masters of their craft, that much is certain, but what I really enjoyed talking with them about was the extraordinary way that they approach the subject matter of the show through artistry. We also discuss the observation that audiences are shocked by the "graphic nature" of the scenes in the birthing center of this series, yet are capable of consuming content that is violent and gory without commenting on it. Hear how they worked together on this challenging project and please let me know what you think of Dead Ringers! Watch Dead Ringers (2023) Now On Amazonhttps://amzn.to/3oUy6v3 Watch the Original Film (1988) Herehttps://amzn.to/3oUy6v3 3:08 - Start 3:53 - Judy Gets in on The Project 5:40 - The Baby Vending Business 8:40 - The Maternity Ward 10:00 - The Natural Body Horror Dance 12:35 - Pushing For Authenticity 14:04 - Prepping the Birthing Rig 15:10 - The ECE Procedure 17:30 - The Big Belly 19:50 - The Crowning Scene 21:05 - Creating the Twins 22:50 - Simplicity Saves the Day 23:52 - Differentiating the Twins 25:51 - The Female Approach 26:35 - Closing Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

There is a GREASE for every generation. From its Broadway origins, to the recent version on Paramount Plus, it's the gift that keeps on giving. Jaala Leis Wanless, the Hair Department Head of GREASE: Rise of the Pink Ladies talks to me about the challenging undertaking of leading a team to create styles that reflect the period and also move realistically through intense musical production numbers. We talk about the different era's of Grease looks and the refreshing diversity in this latest production. Are you enjoying GREASE: Rise of the Pink Ladies? paramountplus.qflm.net/5gjA01 5:10 - The Grease Look Bible 5:59 - Wig Culture 7:10 - Whitewashing 8:13 - The Wig Heist 10:11 - Aversion to the Wig 11:51 - Shooting Musical Numbers 13:45 - That Feeling Where Everything is Working 14:50 - Leading With Trust 16:38 - Teaching Skills 19:20 - Theater x TV Blending 20:44 - The Day that Tried to Kill Jaala 24:33 - Honoring a Time Period on a Time Crunch 25:10 - Time vs. People 27:17 - Mysterious Benedict Society 29:52 - Coming to Rise of the Pink Ladies 30:41 - A Lot Going On All the Time 33:20 - Second Seasons 33:50 - Taking Time Off Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

I was lucky enough to have all three of the masters behind the look of White House Plumbers for this episode. One thing- I was unable to get clips for you for the YouTube version of the podcast because HBO has them on lockdown, but you can see their incredible work when you watch the show of course. We talk about some of the key elements to creating these looks and the welcome challenge of sourcing products and clothing elements that are animal and environmentally conscious as requested by Woody Harrelson. As always there are fun stories in here about Woody Harrelson, Yul Vasquez, and so much more. Are you watching? Let me know what you think!https://www.hbo.com/white-house-plumbers Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe