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DESCRIPTION: This week we are joined by Michael Kaplan, the genius costume designer for “Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” and one of the coolest people we’ve ever met. Various aspects of "Ghost Protocol" are discussed, including Tom Cruise’s quick-change outfit, the gecko gloves, and Paula Patton’s green dress. We also delve into other parts of his career, including “Clue,” “Flashdance,” and his history of designing super cool leather jackets. Released April 24th, 2020.
SHOW NOTES: Learn more about Michael Kaplan’s work here.
Here’s the photo by David James that we discuss at the start of the interview...
Here’s early concept art for Ethan’s wardrobe while climbing the Burj. Click to enlarge...
Here’s Michael’s concept art for Carter’s dress in “Ghost Protocol” and the final dress seen in the film. Click to enlarge...
This is some early concept art for some of Ethan’s outfits in “Ghost Protocol.” Click any image to enlarge...
And a costume test for Benji in “Ghost Protocol”...
Here’s some of Michael’s other amazing work that we discuss in the interview: “Clue,” “Se7en,” “Fight Club,” “Flashdance,” and “The Long Kiss Goodnight.” Click to enlarge...
GO TO PART 2 to see the photo of Paula Patton in her costume for the snow sequence that got cut from “Ghost Protocol”...