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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 1H 55M

89. Kazu Hiro: Sculpting Stories and Faces in Film

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Episode 89: In this episode of the Last Looks podcast, host Jaime Leigh McIntosh welcomes Kazu Hiro, an acclaimed special effects makeup artist known for his work on films like Darkest Hour and Bombshell. Kazu shares his journey from a challenging childhood in Japan to becoming an Oscar-winning artist in Hollywood. He discusses his creative process, the importance of sleep to manage stress, and the impact of winning an Oscar on his career. Kazu also offers insights into his collaborations, the tools he can't live without, and his approach to sculpting lifelike prosthetics. Additionally, he answers questions from listeners and offers advice for aspiring makeup artists. Episode brought to you by: https://johnblakeswigs.com 15% OFF LSB: https://linearbelts.com/lastlooks YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lastlookscrew BUY the podcast a COFFEE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lastlooks Join Last Looks Crew & Stay in the Loop: https://www.last-looks.com/join-last-looks-crew

Episode 89: In this episode of the Last Looks podcast, host Jaime Leigh McIntosh welcomes Kazu Hiro, an acclaimed special effects makeup artist known for his work on films like Darkest Hour and Bombshell. Kazu shares his journey from a challenging childhood in Japan to becoming an Oscar-winning artist in Hollywood. He discusses his creative process, the importance of sleep to manage stress, and the impact of winning an Oscar on his career. Kazu also offers insights into his collaborations, the tools he can't live without, and his approach to sculpting lifelike prosthetics. Additionally, he answers questions from listeners and offers advice for aspiring makeup artists. Episode brought to you by: https://johnblakeswigs.com15% OFF LSB: https://linearbelts.com/lastlooksYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lastlookscrew BUY the podcast a COFFEE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lastlooksJoin Last Looks Crew & Stay in the Loop: https://www.last-looks.com/join-last-looks-crew

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