Lon Chaney Sr.
Definition
Lon Chaney Sr., known as "The Man of a Thousand Faces," was an American actor during the age of silent films. He is best remembered for his roles in horror films, where he used groundbreaking makeup techniques to transform himself.
Analogy
Imagine Lon Chaney Sr. as the Snapchat filter of his time. Just like how filters can drastically change our appearance today, Chaney used makeup and prosthetics to morph into various characters on screen.
Related terms
Silent Film Era: As mentioned earlier, this refers to the period when movies were without synchronized recorded sound or dialogue.
Horror Genre: A film genre that seeks to elicit fear or disgust in its audience for entertainment purposes.
Makeup Artistry: The craft of applying makeup onto performers to reflect their character and setting.
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