Mortal Kombat - Kung Lao's Hat

In 2019 we were brought in to work with Director Simon McQuoid helping establish some key design elements for the Mortal Kombat film.

The challenge with designing an iconic prop like Kung Lao’s hat is to somehow set it apart without deviating too far from what has been established in the games. Simon wanted us to explore this iteration of the hat as a weapon that has been passed down through generations. For this reason, the decorative elements and surface treatment needed to be heavily patinaed and broken down to give the appearance of a well-preserved, yet ancient family heirloom.