Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Colin Farrell on 'Penguin' Role: A Glorified Magic Trick
Actor Colin Farrell talks about playing the villain 'The Penguin' in the upcoming series.
He was amazed by the realistic makeup used to change his appearance.
The artist, Mike Marino, created the look.
The series follows the Penguin's life in Gotham.
Farrell felt the makeup gave him more freedom in the role.
The show received praise and Emmy nominations, including for makeup and acting.
Actors shared their experiences, highlighting the series' dark and grounded storytelling.
It sounds like it will be a good show.
Colin Farrell discussed his role as 'The Penguin' and the transformative makeup.
Farrell was surprised and excited by the practical effects and prosthetics used.
The makeup artist, Mike Marino, designed the look that transformed Farrell.
The series 'The Penguin' explores the villain's continuing story in Gotham.
The show received multiple Emmy nominations, including acting and makeup categories.
- Who
- Colin Farrell, Mike Marino, Cristin Milioti, Deidre O'Connell, Lauren LeFranc
- What
- Colin Farrell discussed his role as 'The Penguin' in an upcoming HBO Max series, focusing on the character's transformative makeup.
- When
- During the Deadline Contenders at HBO Max event.
- Where
- At the Deadline Contenders at HBO Max event.
- Why
- To promote the upcoming HBO Max series 'The Penguin' and discuss the creative process behind the character's transformation.
Appreciating the Transformation
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Farrell's view of the makeup
Appreciating the Transformation
Colin Farrell praised the practical effects and transformative makeup, emphasizing how it enhanced his performance.
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- Show
- The Penguin
- Actor
- Colin Farrell
- Makeup Artist
- Mike Marino
- Director
- Matt Reeves
- Network
- HBO Max
- Emmy Nominations
- Multiple, including acting and makeup