Rob Bottin
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Robin R. Bottin is an American special make-up effects creator. Known for his collaborations with directors John Carpenter, Paul Verhoeven and David Fincher, Bottin worked with Carpenter on both The Fog and The Thing, with Verhoeven on RoboCop, Total Recall and Basic Instinct, and with Fincher on Se7en and Fight Club. His many other film credits include The Howling, Legend, Innerspace and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Well respected in his field of prosthetic makeup (better known as special make-up effects), and described in 2013 as a "special effects genius", Bottin was nominated for an Oscar in 1986 for Best Makeup, and was awarded a Special Achievement Academy Award at the 1991 Academy Awards. He has two BAFTA nominations, and won two Saturn Awards with five further nominations. Description above from the Wikipedia article Rob Bottin, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Rob Bottin Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Rob Bottin reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Rob Bottin's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Rob Bottin's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Thing: Terror Takes Shape, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Rob Bottin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rob Bottin's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Rob Bottin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Tales Beyond Madness | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Creating a Myth... the Memories of 'Legend' | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Thing: Terror Takes Shape | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Making a Monster Movie: Inside 'the Howling' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Humanoids from the Deep | Humanoid (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Fog | Blake | Hit | Similar → |
Rob Bottin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rob Bottin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rob Bottin is "The Thing: Terror Takes Shape" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Rob Bottin acted in?
Rob Bottin has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rob Bottin?
Other notable films include "The Fog", "Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX", and "Humanoids from the Deep".