Emcee

The character, 'Emcee' first appears in the musical 'Cabaret' (1966) inspired by 'Goodbye To Berlin'. He is the host of 'The Kit Kat Club' and opens the musical. His character gives the first impression of what Berlin in the 1930's is like, symbolising unfeltered sexual freedom. I think that Emcee comes off quite frightening looking as he reminds me of a ventriloquist doll and is very 'in your face' - those two things mixed together are terrifying! He comes off comedic to the audience but could also be noted as gender questionable which also shows the impressions of Berlin.

This image is the version of Emcee in the 1972 film 'Cabaret'. He opens the film as he does in the musical. His makeup to me resembles a ventriloquist doll/clown with his long thick fluttering eyelashes, rosy cheeks and red lips. I do find his character very eye catching because he has a striking presence in the film. He only appears in the scenes of the Kit Kat Club.