The Last Looks Podcast

The Last Looks Podcast

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The Last Looks Podcast episodes

  • 90.Hairstylist Cliona Furey on Wigs, Period Hair & Defining Success.

    Episode 90: Jaime Leigh returns to the Last Looks Podcast after a break to interview BAFTA- and Oscar-winning hairstylist Cliona Furey. Cliona shares how early experiences on film sets, a start in makeup, interests in prosthetics, and training in wig-making at the opera led her into film hair and eventual department head work. She discusses prioritizing work-life balance as a single mom, choosing projects by director, and the intense prep required for period work. Cliona describes inspiration sources, her definition of success, creative license vs period accuracy, essential tools/products, and advice about patience and professionalism.

     

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    1 hr 7 min
  • Oscars Special 2026: The Ugly Stepsister

    The Ugly Stepsister

    Oscars Special 2026: The work being considered is Makeup and Hairstyling for the overall film.

    Makeup Designer: Anne Catherine Sauerberg

    Prosthetic Makeup Designer: Thomas Foldberg

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    53 min
  • Oscars Special 2026: The Smashing Machine

    The Smashing Machine

    Oscars Special 2026: The work being considered is Makeup for the character Mark Kerr (Dwayne Johnson)

    Prosthetic Makeup Designer: Kazu Hiro

    Prosthetic Makeup HOD: Glen Griffin
    Personal Makeup to Dwayne Johnson: Björn Rehbein

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    52 min
  • Oscars Special 2026: Sinners

    Sinners

    Oscars Special 2026: The work being considered is Makeup and Hairstyling for the overall film.

    Prosthetic Makeup Designer: Mike Fontaine

    Makeup Department Head: Ken Diaz
    Hair Designer: Shunika Terry

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    48 min
  • Oscars Special 2026: Kokuho

    Kokuho

    Oscars Special 2026: The work being considered is Makeup and Hairstyling for the overall film.

    Makeup and Hair Designer: Kyoko Toyokawa

    Kabuki Makeup Artist: Naomi Hibino
    Kabuki Hair Artist: Tadashi Nishimatsu

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    40 min
  • Oscars Special 2026: Frankenstein

    Frankenstein

    Oscars Special 2026: The work being considered is Makeup and Hairstyling for the overall film.

    Makeup Head of Department: Jordan Samuel

    Prosthetics Head of Department: Mike Hill
    Hair Designer: Cliona Furey

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    55 min
  • 89. Kazu Hiro: Sculpting Stories and Faces in Film

    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.

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    1 hr 56 min
  • 88.Araxi Lindsey: Crafting Characters, One Hairstyle at a Time

    Episode 88: Join us for an inspiring chat with Araxi Lindsey, a celebrated hairstylist in the film and television industry, who shares her journey from wanting to counsel teens to styling hair for Hollywood's elite. Discover her beginnings, industry challenges, key career highlights, and the importance of teamwork and integrity in her profession. From her early work on The Matrix to her Emmy-winning contributions on Blackish, Araxi's story is captivating and insightful for anyone looking to understand the intricacies of hairstyling in showbiz.

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    1 hr 12 min
  • 87.In Pursuit of Realism: Jason Hamer's Art and Adventure

    Episode 87: In this episode of The Last Looks Podcast, Jason Hamer sits down with Jaime Leigh to discuss his fascinating journey, Jason shares his inspirations, the pivotal moments that shaped his career and personal anecdotes about overcoming challenges. From motivational speakers in high school to Hollywood's graphic makeup scenes, Jason's story is a testament to passion and perseverance. Tune in to hear about his early influences, pivotal career decisions, and the valuable life lessons that have guided him throughout his journey in Hollywood.

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    1 hr 15 min
  • Oscar Special 2025: Wicked

    Wicked

    Oscars Special 2025: The work being considered is Makeup and Hairstyling for the overall film.

    Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Designer: Frances Hannon

    Key Hair & Makeup Artist: Sarah Nuth
    Crowd Hair & Makeup Supervisor: Laura Blount


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    51 min

About The Last Looks Podcast

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A show where we catch up with Hairstylists & Makeup Artists, in the Film and Television industry, with your host Jaime Leigh.