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Film History: The Uncredited Life of Milicent Patrick
While researching The History from The Creature of The Black Lagoon, I came across the impressive life of Milicent Patrick. Patrick is the designer behind The Gill-man’s costume in the film. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg of her accomplishments. In 1915, Milicent Patrick was born in El Paso, Texas. During her lifetime she was an animator, actress, model, costume designer, children’s book illustrator, makeup artist and special effects makeup artist. And despite her imp
Abby Brenker
May 29, 20222 min read
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