Cosplay/er is being developed by a growing creative team with backgrounds in filmmaking, cosplay culture, horror entertainment, prop fabrication, makeup effects, and convention production. As development continues, additional cast members, crew, collaborators, and creative partners will be added throughout production.
Where high-end cosplay craftsmanship meets blockbuster Hollywood filmmaking, you’ll find Evil Ted—a legendary creator whose work has inspired hundreds of thousands of crafters and builders while helping bring major film productions to life.
For decades, Evil Ted has been one of the most recognizable and respected names in the cosplay community through his popular YouTube channel and conventional appearances, both of which he delivers instructional workshops and hands-on teaching. Having helped hundreds of thousands of creators develop their skills, Evil Ted’s passion for teaching and sharing knowledge has made him a trusted mentor to beginners and experienced builders alike.
Beyond his cosplay work, Evil Ted brings extensive film and television experience to Cosplay/er. His prop and production work has contributed to productions including The Fifth Element, Titanic, The Hunger Games, Xena: Warrior Princess, and many more.
Also, he regularly collaborates with director Garo Setian, including on the feature film Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar, starring Michael Paré as well as their current film Starfire, XYZ. Having collaborated on previous film projects, their established working relationship brings valuable experience, trust, and creative synergy to Cosplay/er.
As Head of Props & Production Design for Cosplay/er, Evil Ted helps shape the film’s visual world, transforming creative ideas into the physical environments, props, and details that bring the story to life.
Bringing glamour, horror, and prosthetic artistry together, meet Cosplay/er Head of Makeup & SFX Artist The Star Cos—the creative force behind the blood, beauty, and transformations that bring the film to life.
At just 21 years old, Star has already established herself as a rising talent in both the cosplay and makeup industries. As a cosplayer, she has 1 million followers on TikTok and is quickly approaching 70k on Instagram. Influenced by the world of drag, her cosplay is known for its hyper-feminized, over-the-top glamour as well as unique and unforgettable character transformations.
During the day, Star works in the Makeup & Prosthetics Department at Universal Epic Universe, where she helps bring iconic characters to life including Frankenstein, the Bride of Frankenstein, Ygor, and Gobber from How to Train Your Dragon. A graduate of The Vocational Academy of Makeup & Prosthetics, Star joined the Makeup & Prosthetics Department at Epic Universe when the groundbreaking new theme park first opened its gates.
She has done makeup on independent horror film productions and now steps into her first lead makeup role with Cosplay/er. Combining her experience in cosplay, beauty makeup, prosthetics, and horror effects, she takes a lead role in shaping the visual identity of the film and helping transform its characters from concept to screen.
More than a photographer, One Note Photography creates visual art that transforms cosplay into cinematic storytelling. Known for dramatic lighting, striking composition, and an ability to capture both character and emotion, his work goes beyond simply documenting a costume—it creates immersive images that feel pulled from another world. Whether photographing elaborate armor builds, fantasy characters, horror creations, or glamorous cosplay portraits, his images consistently showcase the creativity, craftsmanship, and passion that define the cosplay community.