See some of our favorite big screen makeovers

Ever watched a movie and been so blown away by the hair and makeup that you almost can’t recognize a big-time actress? Well, as images trickle in of a very fierce-looking Rooney Mara (right) filming The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, it looks like we’re in for another similar surprise. Speaking of the Stieg Larsson novels, don’t forget the last installment, The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest, starring Noomi Rapace is in theaters stateside now.
Noomi Rapace, as protagonist Lisbeth Salander, gets a punky look in the just released film The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest.
Zoe Saldana is unrecognizable as a blue alien in 2009's Avatar.
Holly Hunter gets cutely animated in 2004's The Incredibles.
Natalie Portman in intense, ballerina stage makeup for this year's Black Swan.
Malin Akerman trades her trademark blond locks for dark bangs in 2009's Watchmen.