The Man Who Laughs (L'Homme Qui Rit) Interview: 69th Venice Film Festival

The transcript discusses the process of designing and testing different character prosthetics, focusing on creating a believable and non-disgusting appearance. Initially, there were many discussions and tests with various designs, including scars and smiles. The design evolved from a hardcore version with extensive prosthetics to a more comfortable and functional final version, allowing the user to focus on their performance without being hindered by the prosthetics.

What was the main focus during the initial discussions and tests?

• To use the least amount of prosthetics

• To make the character as scary as possible

• To find a balance between believability and not being too horrible

• To create a character with a unique look

How did the speaker describe the initial prosthetics?

• Hardcore and extensive

• Minimal and easy to wear

• Invisible and seamless

• Light and comfortable

What was a significant challenge with the initial prosthetics?

• They were not visible enough

• They were too colorful

• They restricted movement

• They were too light

What was the speaker's reaction to the final version of the prosthetics?

• They felt stuck in it

• They thought it was too heavy

• They were satisfied with its comfort and mobility

• They found it uncomfortable

How did the final prosthetics affect the speaker's performance?

• It was distracting and uncomfortable

• It required them to move in a specific way

• It allowed them to focus on their performance

• It made them focus more on the prosthetics