Julian Noble,
'The Matador'
What You'll Need: Sunglasses, boots, cigarettes, can of Mexican beer, Speedo, rolled-up pair of socks (if you're self-conscious)
Caveat: There's not much protection from the cold (beware the shrinkage) or would-be pantsers, but ladies dig a hit man with confidence -- so it evens out.
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Silas, 'The Da Vinci Code'
What You'll Need: Black monk's robes, bleached-out hair, red-eye contacts, a murderous passion for the Lord
Caveat: You'll want thick skin, for both the physical pain of your mandatory self-immolation and the emotional pain of the dirty looks you'll get from any Catholics or real albinos you may encounter.
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Tia Dalma, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest'
What You'll Need: Dreadlocks, gypsy dress, blackened teeth, tattoos, bad Caribbean accent
Caveat: Real dreads take months to grow -- we suggest a wig. And the taste of ink will overpower even the chocolatiest of treats, so brush before you chow down.
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Nacho, 'Nacho Libre'
What You'll Need: Blue tights and facemask, red boots, cape and briefs, gringo Mexican accent
Caveat: One of the things that defines this hapless Mexican wrestler is Jack Black's proud potbelly -- so if you don't have the paunch, start digging into the Halloween candy and naaaaachooos(!) now.
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Jean Grey/Phoenix, 'X-Men: The Last Stand'
What You'll Need: Red hair dye, skin-tight, black-leather zip-up suit, broken sunglasses
Caveat: Not only must you pivot between Jean's split personalities (are you benevolent superhero or psycho super-beeyotch?), you may look lost sans a wheelchair-bound bald man at your side.
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Johnny Cash, 'Walk the Line'
What You'll Need: A '50s suit of black, plain white shirt, black tie, black shoes, dark sunglasses, a big ole guitar slung over your back
Caveat: Since the film came out last year, you may need to sing for your treats. Just keep June Carter by your side so you won't slip back into your devil ways.
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Miranda Priestly, 'The Devil Wears Prada'
What You'll Need: Silver wig, stiletto heels, designer ensemble (don't forget to accessorize!), large sunglasses OR icy stare
Caveat: It's doubtful Miranda would ever deign to eat miniature Snickers and candy corn. Oh, and you'll need at least $700 to pull off the look adequately.
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'Chicken Little'
What You'll Need: Green plastic glasses, green-and-white striped shirt, green shorts, nervous tic of looking up at the sky
Caveat: You'll have very little credibility if, perchance, the sky begins to fall while you're out trick-or-treating. No matter how forcefully you tell people, they probably won't believe you.
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Flight attendant, 'Snakes on a Plane'
What You'll Need: Blue suit, white blouse, rubber snake around your neck, bald black man by your side
Caveat: The piece de resistance of this costume would be riding around in a Samuel L. Jackson-piloted plane all day. Sadly, we hear he'll be busy filming 'Snakes on a VW Bus.' Kidding!
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Captive backpacker, 'Hostel'
What You'll Need: T-shirt, backpack, ball gag, chair, restraints, sweat, stark terror
Caveat: It's awfully hard to say "trick or treat" (or eat any candy) with a ball gag in your mouth, and the chair isn't exactly mobile. On the plus side, the backpack makes treat-carrying a cinch.
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Ricky Bobby, 'Talladega Nights'
What You'll Need: A red-white-
and-blue Wonder Bread-logo'ed racing jumpsuit, a bucket of KFC, sons Walker and Texas Ranger ... and a smokin' hot wife
Caveat: Praying to the baby Jesus for more candy is just not cool. Don't go there. (And keep an eye on that smokin' hot wife of yours.)
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Ennis and Jack, 'Brokeback Mountain'
What You'll Need: Button-down shirt (with pockets), belted jeans, cowboy hat, "I wish I knew how to quit you" sign (optional)
Caveat: Ideally you have a costume partner and live somewhere gay-friendly. Otherwise, you and your "fella" could get more tricks than treats.
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Olive, 'Little Miss Sunshine'
What You'll Need: Red bandana, wristbands, Coke-bottle glasses, red shirt, red Converse sneakers or cowboy boots, sunny optimism
Caveat: You may have to drag your dysfunctional family along; and people will probably ask you to do your pageant routine -- so don't forget the tearaway pants.
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Story, 'Lady in the Water'
What You'll Need: Flowing red wig, oversized man's dress shirt, fear of grass
Caveat: Bring a watering can so that you can freshen yourself through the long, dry night of trick-or-treating, and hope that Halloween's not the night when the giant eagle is coming to pick you up.
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Borat, 'Borat'
What You'll Need: Tan or gray suit, mustache, curly black wig (for your head), Kazakh accent, complete disregard for social mores
Caveat: If you feel bad equating women to goats or drinking fermented horse urine, dressing as this Kazakh "reporter" is not for you. Otherwise, it's niiiice. You liiiike.
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V, 'V for Vendetta'
What You'll Need: Guy Fawkes mask, black wig, hat, gloves and cape; black belt with daggers a plus; disfigurement beyond mask optional
Caveat: Due to the availability of this one at costume shops, you won't be alone. But then again, you'll have an army. You may now commence with the revolution.
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Kitty Kowalski, 'Superman Returns'
What You'll Need: Expensive duds, pearl necklace, yappy dog, air of annoyance, imperious bald man who bosses you around
Caveat: Go brunette, or folks will think you're recycling your old 'Legally Blonde' outfit. On the other hand -- hey! Now you can recycle your old 'Legally Blonde' outfit.
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Crockett and Tubbs, 'Miami Vice'
What You'll Need: V-neck T-shirt, men's suit, funky mustache and goatee, loafers, fake machine gun
Caveat: It's better with a friend, but if you go solo, play a Phil Collins CD to give the full effect. By the way, that fake automatic weapon just might attract the attention of your own local vice squad.
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Gymnast/Dancer, ''Stick It' and 'Step Up'
What You'll Need: Leotard, leg warmers, ponytail, hoodie (if cold), loads of self-confidence
Caveat: Be prepared to perform cartwheels or pirouettes for your candy. Although it's a cheap outfit to put together, if someone says "Call me," you'll have to respond: "Stalk you." Trust us.
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