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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Make up! Host Ryan Tucker talks about the make up required for Benjamin Button.

Aired 03/08/2025

SATURDAY NIGHT CINEMA

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Clip | 1m 31s

Make up! Host Ryan Tucker talks about the make up required for Benjamin Button.

Make up! Host Ryan Tucker talks about the make up required for Benjamin Button. Plus, we dive into the career of screenwriter Eric Roth.

Aired 03/08/2025

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