The conspicuous lack of grime, dirt, or bruises on actors, especially those in action sequences. There is an inherent suggestion of grueling badassness to completely cover a character in sweat and grime to show that he's really gone through the wringer. This might be a remnant of older special effects, which lacked CG but were very fond of various fluids and chemicals being waded through and thrown around. See also Beauty Is Never Tarnished and Bullet-Proof Fashion Plate. May not protect against Gunge. Examples of Dirt Forcefield include:
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