Gothic Horror to me

From the victorians to the classic Horror books that have had a huge place in film and television the idea of Gothic horror is vast and diverse. Within this project we will be looking greatly into the theme of Gothic horror and everything behind it. For research and for how we develop within the project to our final Makeup & Hair creations.

For reading so far we've read Great Expectations which is perfect for the influence of Victorians in the fact the book details the different kinds of class from Pip being poor in the country to a gentleman in London. The character of Miss Havisham is also taking a big place within our research. The most famous gilted bride.

Miss Havisham played by Gillian Anderson

When I think about horror I think about the monsters that film and literature have created
When I think of Gothic Horror myself I think about all the different circles filled with inspirations that we all recognise classic characters such as Frankstein, Dracula or Jackal & Hyde even Tim Burtons Edward Scissorhands; for me these characters are the first and iconic members of the Gothic horror family.

Johnny Depp as Edward Scissorhands

Oh Edward Scissorhands, everyone has seen this film. If you haven't I would say you need to. Sad but it parts beautiful and youthful this movie is by far a perfect example of Gothic Horror in my eyes not just from the leather and metal combination of clothing but the story in which he's misunderstood and seen as a 'monster' yet inside he's as innocent as a puppy. The makeup in this film will also be good for us with the scarring and heavy eyes in which I'm sure we will be practicing with in studio time.

Within the film's the Makeup artists and hair stylists have all achieved a realistic monster that is icon but unique to the film just take the many actors that have portrayed Dracula.

Just look at Gary Oldman's hair in the 1992 version compared to Bela Lugosi the original Dracula way back in 1931. His look is very different from the idea we have of Dracula in our minds; yet it works brilliantly

The idea of vampires now in modern times is different from when the films began coming out, Dracula is the status and king of horror.

Dolce & Gabbana, oh sigh*

"Gothic" of course can compare to the idea of clothing. From the many sub cultures that gothic themes have emerged in. Not only do we see gothic styles on the streets but also on the catwalk with Dolce & Gabbana and Vivienne Westwood showing obvious inspired creations.

GOTHIC HORROR is vast and brilliant I can't wait to get into the studio.