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What Dreams May Come Chris (Robin Williams) Screen Worn Movie Costumes

Currency:USD Category:Memorabilia / Movie - Memorabilia Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:3,500.00 - 5,500.00 USD
What Dreams May Come Chris (Robin Williams) Screen Worn Movie Costumes
Step into the ethereal realm of What Dreams May Come (1998) with this iconic costume, worn by the late Robin Williams as Chris Nielsen in a pivotal scene (scene 40). This ensemble, a testament to the film's surreal and emotionally charged narrative, is a rare and tangible artifact of the film's iconic painted world.

The costume comprises a studio-distressed Yves Saint Laurent dress shirt (size 16 1/2, 32-33 L), a studio distressed, bright blue necktie, and black Brooks Brothers dress pants. The pants' interior label, marked with "SC. 38, 39, 40" in black marker, offers a glimpse into the costume's production history. The dress shirt, jacket, and pants exhibit unique paint splatters and distressing, a direct result of the film's groundbreaking visual effects.

To complete the ensemble, a studio-distressed coat, designed to resemble a charcoal-stained trench coat, and a distressed paisley print navy scarf are included. He wore this costume throughout most of the film, but this particular one was one of the earlier ones with him stepping into the painting. These elements, along with the original wardrobe bag featuring studio-labeled masking tape with scene numbers, provide a comprehensive and authentic piece of cinematic history.

In What Dreams May Come, Robin Williams portrays Chris Nielsen, an artist who tragically loses his beloved wife Annie. The film delves into the complexities of grief, love, and the afterlife, as Chris embarks on a surreal journey through the afterlife to reunite with Annie. This costume, worn during a pivotal scene, is a tangible connection to this emotionally charged and visually stunning cinematic masterpiece.