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Lectures & Talks

Jack Pierce: Hollywood's Greatest Monster Maker

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 7:30 PM
  • Hollywood Heritage Museum , 2100 N Highland Ave. , Hollywood Hills
$10 - $20
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A man styles the Wolfman's 'hair' in this historical, behind the scenes photo.
Explore the legacy of Jack Pierce, the legendary makeup department head at Universal Pictures from 1928 to 1947, during the multimedia lecture at the Hollywood Heritage Museum.
(Courtesy of the Hollywood Heritage Museum via Facebook)

Jack Pierce was the legendary makeup department head at Universal Pictures from 1928 to 1947, responsible for some of cinema history's most memorable screen characters, including Frankenstein's Monster, The Mummy, The Bride of Frankenstein, The Wolf Man and The Phantom of the Opera. Learn more about Pierce's work and legacy in this multimedia lecture and presentation hosted by author and historian Scott Essman.