Dick Smith

Personal Info

Known For

Costume & Make-Up

Known Credits

0.5629

Gender

Male

Birthday

26-Jun-1922

Age

(104 years old)

Place of Birth

Larchmont, New York, USA

Also Known As
  • The Godfather of Make-Up

Dick Smith

Biography

Richard Emerson Smith (June 26, 1922 – July 30, 2014) was an American special make-up effects artist and author, (nicknamed "The Godfather of Make-Up") known for his work on such films as Little Big Man, The Godfather, The Exorcist, Taxi Driver, Scanners and Death Becomes Her. He won a 1985 Academy Award for Best Makeup for his work on Amadeus and received a 2012 Academy Honorary Award for his career's work. Description above from the Wikipedia article Dick Smith (make-up artist), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.


Credits

Witch's Dungeon: 40 Years of Chills Witch's Dungeon: 40 Years of Chills (2006) Character: Self
A look behind the scenes at Cortlandt Hull's "The Witch's Dungeon," a movie-themed Halloween attraction in Bristol, Connecticut -- now the longest-running show of its type in the United States.
Dick Smith Make Up Artist Dick Smith Make Up Artist (1976) Character: Self
A short documentary about veteran make-up artist Dick Smith ("Little Big Man", "The Godfather"), directed by his own son. Known for his old age make-up effects, Smith talks about his film experience, presenting some of the models and techniques used in his creations.
Monster Make-Up Monster Make-Up (1989) Character: Himself
Let Dick Smith, the creator of the magical special effects for ALTERED STATES, THE EXORCIST, THE HUNGER and AMADEUS, show you how it's done. You'll never have to worry about searching for a Halloween costume again! Using easily available materials, you can transform yourself into any kind of creature that you wish to become.
Making 'Taxi Driver' Making 'Taxi Driver' (1999) Character: Self
A behind the scenes snapshot of the making of one of the greatest films ever made. Filled with trivia, interviews from cast and crew, and more.
Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX (2008) Character: Self
This documentary delves into the art of make-up effects with industry legends Dick Smith, Rob Bottin, Tom Savini, John Landis, Frank Darabont, Joe Dante and many others with a strong focus on Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger of KNB Make-Up EFX. Written by Kevin VanHook
The Fear of God: 25 Years of The Exorcist The Fear of God: 25 Years of The Exorcist (1998) Character: Self - Make-Up Artist
A behind-the-scenes retrospective made for the twenty-fifth anniversary of the classic horror film, The Exorcist. Includes interviews with Linda Blair and the other stars of the film, along with commentary from the director and writer on some of the deeper meanings behind the elements they used to terrify their audiences, and previously unreleased footage including make-up tests and deleted scenes.



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