Unrecognizable: 10 Actors Transformed by Incredible Makeup

General Teide from "Planet of the Apes" by Tim Roth

Tim Roth’s portrayal of General Teide in "Planet of the Apes" is a testament to the power of makeup and prosthetics. With an intricate ape costume and detailed facial applications, Roth was rendered completely unrecognizable. The transformation allowed him to fully inhabit the role, creating a character that was both fearsome and compelling.

In "Hairspray," John Travolta plays Edna Ternblad.

John Travolta’s performance as Edna Turnblad in "Hairspray" was a delightful surprise for audiences. Wearing a full-body suit, heavy makeup, and a wig, Travolta convincingly played a loving mother with warmth and humor. The transformation was so complete that many viewers did a double-take, hardly believing it was him.

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