Inspired by the film
Man of a Thousand Faces, a young Tom Savini became fascinated with the magic and illusion of film. He spent his youth in his room creating characters by tirelessly practicing make-up. Later, as a combat photographer in Vietnam, Savini saw first-hand the gruesome carnage for which he later gained fame, simulating it on screen.See full bio »
(1983) Book: "Grande Illusions: A Learn-by-Example Guide to the Art and Technique of Special Make-Up Effects from the Films of Tom Savini" (Imagine, Inc.)
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[asked if his Vietnam experiences influence his makeup effects) I get asked that question a lot. I did see a lot of first-hand anatomically correct gore and I think the most important part of that was if we create a dead body or situation there's a certain feeling you get from seeing the real thing...
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Trivia:
Is the only actor to star in three 'Dead' films; he first played the role of 'Blades', an outlaw biker in
Dawn of the Dead and then in the 2004 remake of Dawn as a County Sheriff. He then reprised his 'Blades' role in
Land of the Dead, this time as an undead.
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Trademark:
Realistic blood and gore effects, done with no preparations
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