Monster: The Ed Gein Story | Corey Castellano on Emmy-Nominated Prosthetic Makeup

Emmy-nominated Makeup Department Head Corey Castellano joins the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss the incredible prosthetic and period makeup behind Monster: The Ed Gein Story. From transforming Charlie Hunnam into Ed Gein to creating realistic aging effects under unforgiving high-definition cameras, Corey shares how his team brought one of television's most challenging characters to life.This conversation is packed with practical insights for filmmakers, makeup artists, and film students. Learn about prosthetic design, continuity, actor collaboration, working under tight production schedules, and what it takes to create award-worthy makeup that disappears on screen.Whether you're interested in special effects makeup, production design, or filmmaking craftsmanship, this episode offers an inside look at one of television's most impressive transformations.