The initial practical makeup for Nelson shows the actor with pale green skin and an elongated cranium and forehead.

As often happens in film, the story evolved, and during reshoots, the creative direction shifted.

Our version was ultimately not used in the final cut."

The Leader

Why Did Marvel Studios Alter The Leader’s Look?

There has beensome backlash against The Leader’s designinCaptain America: Brave New World.

It appears the decision to change The Leader’s makeup was made during re-shoots,whichCaptain America 4underwent extensively.

Tim Blake Nelson The Leader makeup test

Unfortunately, it’s a design that underwhelmed Marvel fans.

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