Biography
Georges Bouban worked in film as a makeup artist, contributing to the visual presentation of productions through specialized techniques. Bouban is credited with makeup work on The Wages of Fear, a 1953 film directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot. The film is known for its tense narrative and practical effects, areas where makeup artists play a key role in supporting the on-screen realism.
The Wages of Fear remains Bouban’s only verified credit in the available records. The role of makeup artists in mid-20th-century cinema often involved preparing performers for demanding scenes, including effects that required durable application under challenging conditions. Bouban’s work on the film reflects the technical demands of the period’s filmmaking practices.
