Robin R. Bottin is a renowned American special make-up effects creator, celebrated for his impressive collaborations with esteemed directors such as John Carpenter, Paul Verhoeven, and David Fincher. His extensive portfolio boasts an array of iconic films, including The Fog, The Thing, RoboCop, Total Recall, Basic Instinct, Se7en, and Fight Club, among many others, such as The Howling, Legend, Innerspace, and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Throughout his illustrious career, Bottin has garnered immense respect within the realm of prosthetic makeup, also known as special make-up effects, and has been hailed as a "special effects genius" in 2013. He has received numerous accolades, including an Oscar nomination for Best Makeup in 1986, a Special Achievement Academy Award at the 1991 Academy Awards, two BAFTA nominations, and two Saturn Awards with five additional nominations.
Robin R. Bottin's remarkable achievements have solidified his position as a master in his field, and his work continues to inspire and influence the world of special effects and filmmaking.
