"Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes" Comes To The Hollywood Museum

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - Aug. 6, 2014 - PRLog -- The Hollywood Museum joins in on the ape action! The Museum announced today that costumes worn by the stars of Dawn of the Planet of the Apes has been added to its existing "Planet of the Apes" exhibit. Visitors can get a close-up look at the complete wardrobes worn by Jason Clarke (Malcom) and Keri Russell (Ellie) in the film, including Malcom's mud-soaked poncho and Ellie's green anorak and rain boots. One of the most popular attractions in the Museum, the "Planet of the Apes" exhibit contains the iconic ape costumes and prosthetics from the original Planet of the Apes (1968), which earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Costume. The highlight of the exhibit is the huge space pod used in Tim Burton's 2001 remake as well as the space suit worn by Mark Wahlberg (Captain Leo Davidson) in the film.

CREDITS
Costumes for Dawn of the Planet of the Apes are courtesy of the film's costume designer Melissa Bruning.

EXHIBIT PHOTOS
Photos from the exhibit can be downloaded here (https://www.yousendit.com/download/ZUcza3ZBaFJwaFRSc01UQw).

OTHER EXHIBITS ON DISPLAY:

And the Nominees Are..Emmys 2014 (http://thehollywoodmuseum.com/exhibit/and-the-nominees-ar...) (July 23 - Sep. 14)
The largest exhibition of its kind, this exhibition features costumes and props from more than 20 Emmy-nominated shows. On display are clothing from The Blacklist, Breaking Bad, Boardwalk Empire, Dancing with the Stars, Fargo, The Good Wife, Homeland, House of Cards, Mad Men, Modern Family, The Newsroom, The Normal Heart, Nurse Jackie, Orange is the New Black, Project Runway, Scandal, Sleepy Hollow, True Blood and The Walking Dead.

Marilyn: The Exhibit (http://thehollywoodmuseum.com/exhibit/marilyn-the-exhibit...) (June 22 - August 31)
Commemorating the 52nd anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's passing, this annual retrospective spans Marilyn's early life as Norma Jeane to Hollywood mega star, showcasing her gorgeous gowns, jewelry and personal artifacts. Visit the For Blondes Only Room where Max Factor originally created Monroe's sexy blonde look!

Reel to Real Exhibit (http://thehollywoodmuseum.com/exhibit/reel-to-real-portrayals-and-perceptions-of-gays-in-hollywood/)(Ongoing)
Launched in June to coincide with Pride Month, this exclusive LGBT exhibit provides a unique perspective on how gays have been portrayed onscreen throughout the years. It features props, costumes and iconic imagery from many films and TV shows including Brokeback Mountain, Behind the Candelabra and more.

100 Years of Hal Roach Studios (http://thehollywoodmuseum.com/exhibit/100-years-of-hal-roach-studios/) (July 5 - August 31)
The 100 Years of Hal Roach Studios: Laurel & Hardy, 'Our Gang' and Harold Lloyd exhibit contains authentic photos, costumes and props from the rich history of Hal Roach Studios and the legendary talents that emanated from there in the early 1900's.

ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM IN THE HISTORIC MAX FACTOR BUILDING: The Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Building houses over 10,000 real showbiz treasures and the most extensive collection of Hollywood costumes, star cars, props, posters, photographs and memorabilia in the world with over 100 years of Hollywood history. From Marilyn Monroe's costumes, the official Walk of Fame Exhibit to Hannibal Lecter's jail cell movie set from The Silence of the Lambs, The Hollywood Museum is also home to Max Factor's world-famous makeup rooms where Marilyn Monroe received her famous blonde locks and Lucille Ball first donned her famous red hair. The Hollywood Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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