In 1978, the production team of the movie “Halloween” were tasked with getting the mask for antagonist, serial killer Michael Myers. Four masks were tested to see if they would be suitable. Masks of former U.S. President Richard Nixon, a clown mask, and two masks of characters ‘Spock’ and ‘Captain Kirk’ from the 60’s TV series “Star Trek”. The ‘Captain Kirk’ mask was ultimately chosen “due to its appearance of having no facial features that could be easily made out”. It was worn and painted to have the proper look for the character. It was adjusted so that the likeness to the character wouldn’t be seen, even actor William Shatner who played ‘Captain Kirk’ couldn’t tell it was one of his masks for years.
You have to create your life. You have to carve it, like a sculpture. – William Shatner
Picture Credit: Star Trek
Info Credit: Michael Myers
Quote Credit: William Shatner
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