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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

Gary Oldman underwent a dramatic transformation to take on the role of Winston Churchill, often spending multiple hours getting makeup and prosthetics applied.  (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

“Darkest Hour” showcases Oldman’s talent

Garret Neal, Staff Writer February 5, 2018

“Darkest Hour” shares similarities with 2013 Best Picture nominee, “Lincoln;” in that it takes a well-known historical figure, in this case Winston Churchill, and gives a focused look at what the...

Gary Oldman as Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour. Oldman spent 200 hours in makeup to transform into the British Prime Minister. The film opens on Nov. 22. 
(Photo courtesy of Focus Features)

Gary Oldman surrenders himself to Winston Churchill

Matt Koske November 13, 2017

Winston Churchill is a man who has not only been played by many, but written on by many too. The British Prime Minister was quite the busy man in his heyday, but it is the keen attention to detail during...

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