Even though there are dozens of different experts that work on the appearances of characters in movies, they aren’t immune to making mistakes. And in the end, viewers may catch these fails in makeup or costume choices that couldn’t have possibly existed during the time in which the movie was set.
We at Bright Side decided to watch some of our favorite movies and read some fashion history books to find the mistakes makeup artists and costume designers have made in popular films.
Gone with the Wind
No matter how trendy Scarlett O’Hara was, she couldn’t have predicted the clothing trends for decades in advance. Her famous slim-fitting red dress with feathers and rhinestones has nothing to do with Civil War fashion — it was inspired more by styles from the 1930s and 1940s.
Julius Caesar
In the 1953 film, most of the female characters wore extravagant bullet bras. In Ancient Rome, women would wear a strophium, a prototype for the modern bra, but these weren’t bullet bras.
Legends of the Fall
Trying to create a romantic look, costume designers ignored the historical facts. Brad Pitt’s character has beautiful blonde hair and facial hair but these things were unacceptable for the time period. More and more men were choosing to don big mustaches and short hair at this time.
King Arthur
The film, which is set in the fifth century, portrays knights in heavy metal armor. But until the fourteenth century, such armor was made of leather, and only mail armor was made of metal.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
The film is about events that happened in the ’90s and the clothes look pretty accurate, however, they’re still not perfect. Dudley Dursley is wearing G-Unit shorts — a brand that was created by 50 Cent in 2003.
Hello, Dolly!
The movie is set in New York at the end of the nineteenth century when such a hairstyle, lip gloss, and eye makeup didn’t exist. But the movie still got 3 Oscars and became one of the most important films of the decade.
Queen Margot
Throughout the entire film, the characters are wearing beautiful dresses with open shoulders. They look great but in the sixteenth century, women never ignored shifts (or chemise in French). These pieces of clothing protected them from the cold, absorbed sweat, and were really easy to wash.
Another mistake costume designers made was the way the main character’s hair was let down. Based on the few portraits we have of Margaret of Valois, she had curly hair that she wore up.
The Danish Girl
The Danish Girl starts in 1926 but in the first half of the film, we see women in slim-fitting clothes that have nothing to do with the fashion of the 1920s.
At the beginning of the film, Gerda has a hairstyle that was actually quite outdated for the setting that favored waved or bobbed hair.
A Dangerous Method
In one scene, Keira Knightley appears only in her corset, which is a contradiction to the original rules that came along with wearing this piece of clothing. A woman would never wear a corset alone.
Bonus: Mary Queen of Scots
In Mary Queen of Scots, Saoirse Ronan is wearing asymmetric earrings, which were non-existent in sixteenth-century Scotland.
In your opinion, do you think such mistakes are serious or no big deal?
Preview photo credit A Dangerous Method / Recorded Picture Company
Jack Nicholson Makes Triumphant Return to Lakers Game
Jack Nicholson is still in the news at the age of 86. Nicholson, who is recognized as one of the greatest performers of his generation, is most recognized for his iconic parts in films such as Chinatown, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, and The Shining.
However, Nicholson is also well-known in Los Angeles for being an ardent Lakers supporter. He has been a mainstay at Lakers games for decades, never leaving his courtside perch. The three-time Oscar winner was a fixture on the fan base, especially during big games.
Nicholson has, meanwhile, distanced himself from the spotlight in recent years, and Lakers fans noticed his absence. Fans who have been missing him were therefore pleasantly surprised by his comeback this past weekend.
Nicholson made a rare public appearance at the Lakers’ game 6 first-round playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies following a year-long absence. He grabbed his usual spot courtside with his son at his side, and when he appeared on the jumbotron, the audience sent up a loud cheer.
Many of Nicholson’s devoted followers have expressed concern over his health at the age of 86. There were rumors concerning his well-being stoked by certain paparazzi images that were shot outside his Beverly Hills home. Fans were relieved to discover he was still going strong when they saw him at the Lakers game.
The excitement of the evening was increased when basketball player LeBron James greeted Nicholson prior to the game. The Lakers went on to win the game and the series, so maybe his presence was a lucky charm for the team.
Jack Nicholson has been a Lakers fan for many years. In 1970, he bought his first season tickets, and he frequently made time in his hectic Hollywood schedule to attend significant games. The exciting atmosphere at Lakers home games is enhanced by Nicholson’s recognizable presence, complete with his trademark sunglasses.
Fans were ecstatic to see Jack Nicholson return to the court and support their team after a protracted layoff. He is a true icon of the game because of his unrelenting devotion to the Lakers and his enduring star power.
Jack Nicholson is the biggest Lakers fan alive, so we’re thrilled he was able to attend this crucial game in person, just like in the old days. If you are a fan of Jack Nicholson, tell this story!
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