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THE PENDULUM STYLE WEDNESDAY. SEPTEMBER 22. 2010// PAGE 17 Burlington native finishes work on the set of 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' PHOTO SUBMtTTED Dean Jones, a Burlington-based makeup artist, touches up a bloody facade from his latest project, “Night of the Living Dead.” Jones has worked in the movie industry since he was a chikJ. Eva Hi! CopyEdrtor Burlington resident and makeup artist Dean Jones just got off the set of the fourth installment of “Pirates of the Caribbean,” and is now working on his own production company, Atlantic and Pacific Pictures, which will make films based in North Carolina Starting at age 7, Jones has been working in television £md film for 25 yeeirs. His inspiration came from the filming of a Dick Clark film in Graham and the bullet hole makeup used on set. He had an interest in Hcilloween makeup and began his career by working with small productions in high school and at UNC Greensboro, where he attended college. Jones now lives in Los Angeles and said it’s the place to be for Ccireers in television and film, but he cilso enjoyed working in Trcmsylvania and continues to enjoy working in North Carolina. He Sciid the makeup department on the set of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” did a lot of work on set and sometimes worked 14-hour shifts that stretched into the night. “The biggest thrill was being on the Black Pearl pirate ship,” Jones said. “What more could one want?" Jones won an Emmy Award for his work on the television series “Stcir Trek: Deep Space Nine" and has been nominated for six other Emmys. Jones said Dennis Hopper was one of the most interesting people to work with. He said he likes to work with older actors because of what they’ve been able to experience. 'Nightmare on Elm Street' (1984) Oct. 12 The original Wes Craven masterpiece with Johnny Depp. The good one {relatively speaking). 'Casablanca' (1942) Nov. 16 Back when Hollywood u.sed to do good romantic films, Casablanca stole the show even then. 'Roman Holiday' (1953) Feb. 7 Perfect for ladies night, Audrey Hepburn exudes classic charm. 'Monty Python and the Holy GraiT (1975) April 12 One of the most loved and quoted movies ever made. “He was a treat to work with because he came from a generation where he got to work with actors like James Dean, and those people are gone now,” he Sciid. Jones said he loves working in the horror or suspense genre but cilso enjoys working on war films, like “Jarhead.” “I helped build the severed body parts and blood for the ‘Dexter’ pilot, and also some of the blood used on ‘House,”’ Jones said. “Effects makeup is my favorite because it’s not boring. I love making severed limbs and monsters." Aside from working with makeup, Jones has tried his hand at acting, directing and scriptwriting. He also works with a company called American Makeup and Effects and another called hollywoodfx.net, which offers msikeup effects and services. He said he cilso has film and television 'Phantom of the Opera' (1925) Oct. 26 One of the mo.st famous musicals in history, even though it's a silent film. 'It's a Wonderful Life' (1946) Dec. 14 and 15 The timless Christmas film is not to be confused with Life is Beautiful, there are no Nazis involved. 'Sabrina' (1954) Feb. 8 The Carolina Theatre must be fond of Audrey. 'Gone with the Wind' (1932) May 3 Frankly, it’s long. But this Civil-War set film is wonderful. projects in the works. “I wanted to do it all, and I did it all, eventually," he said. Jones said he’s fortunate to have been able to have these experiences, and travel around the world to work on various projects. “Every film is a new experience,” Jones said. “There’s a small circle of makeup artists and it’s a treat to see your friends again, as an artist." He’s currently working on an annual project called “The Original Hollywood Horror Show," which is an indoor showcase of makeup cind horror effects. The event starts the last weekend of September and runs though the first weekend of November. The event is held in Snow Camp, N.C., and tickets can be purchased online or at the event. 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975) Oct. 30 Still have no idea what actually goes on? Maybe watching this cult classic on the big screen will help. It’s catchy even if you’re clueless. 'Where Eagles Dare' (1968) Jan. 11 Nazis. Castles. Clint Eastwood. WTiat more could you want? 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' (1961) Feb. 9 Have you ever wondered why so many girls have posters of Hepburn? This would be why. For more information about showtimesand howto purchase tickets, visit www.carolinatheatre.com. '..z,'> 'rt': I. Ben Affleck runs 'The Town': Actor/director/ writer makes movie magic again Nolan Elingburg Revtenvof Ben Affltick dws if all in his newest film, “The Tovm” wiikfa he wrote, directed and .sars in. The Boston-based heist thriller is hk spttmd suireaaful attempt at directing after his directorial d(>hi*in 2007‘s “Gone Baby Gone.” "i lie Town" is set in Btwton in a neighborhood called Charlestnwn. a place knwvn for crime, espiTialh' robbtries. And that is just the kind of business Affleck’s tiuU'acter is ki. AfOeck plays Doug MacRay, a fwmer professional hockey player who threw it all awa>’ and is nowthe architect behind a series of bank and armored car heists, backed up by a crew of fellow miscreants. MacRay's trigger-happy best frwnd Jem, played by Jeremy Renner ("H»e Hurt Locker’^, causes problems when he kidnaps and releases as^staitf bank roana^ Claire (Rebecca Hall) In the crew’s first heist in the movie. When Jem finds out Claire lives near the crew in Charlestown, he wants to finish her off because the only person who could give them up to FBI Special .^gent Frawley, played by “Mad Men"’s Jon Hamm. MacRay doesn't let that happen and insists on following Claire, so he can get dose to her to find out what she has told the FBI. Unexpectedly, their relationship becomes romantic and the two fall in love. MacRay decides it’s time for him to make a change and get out of the robbery business after he visits his father (Chris Coop)er) in prison and realizes it’s not the life he wants. There’s only one problem; MacRay and his boys are forced to take on their biggest heist yet before he can move on with his life and finally make it out of Charlestown and his checkered past. Ihere is further shady dealing, blackmail and betrayal in this classic story of good girl-meets-bad boy, but with a violent and criminal twist. MacRay and Claire’s relationship becomes the target of both sides of the fight — the cops and robbers,®! it were. The intensity of "The Town” can be credited to .Affleck's newly found directorial skills. If robberies weren’t already tense and scary situations, they are increased tenfold by AIBeek’s use of creepy masks to conceal the robbers’ identities. And, like all great action thrillers, Affleck inoHpor^B a lengthy car chase invdving MacRay’s crew with machine guns in a miniBu being chased by Boston’s fuistpalke squad. "The Town" Ls already being talked about as one of the year's best films. Renner, who delivers another Oscar-worthy performance, could potentially be nominated for the second year in a row after being nominated for last year's Oscar- wirming best picture, “The Hurt Locker.” Affleck, on the other hand, has now revitalized his career by becoming a dirtxlor and has proven with “The Town” that he is here to stay. Not to mention he can still act, especially if the role requires a thidc Bostonian accent. Film biif £s r^oice: Carolina Theatre now showing classic movies Alexa Johnson Senior Reporter Going to the movies is expensive — really expensive. Luckily, the historic Carolina Theatre in Greensboro is more Elon-budget friendly. The coolest part? The 83-year-old Carolina Theatre is just 20 minutes away from Elon University and plays classic movies a few times a month. Here are the classics scheduled for the 2010-2011 season. PHOTO COURTESY OF CAROUNATHEATRE.COM The gilt interior of the Carolina Theater in Greensboro will host several classic films.
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