Resurrecting a Legend: How 'Alien: Romulus' VFX Brought Back Ian Holm's Iconic Android
2025-02-07
Variety on MSN.com
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of Ridley Scott's 'Alien', 'Alien: Romulus' revives the franchise with a bang after a seven-year break. Director Fede Álvarez cleverly weaves the complex mythology, setting the story between the original film and 'Aliens'. By combining old and new visual effects technology, the VFX team breathed new life into Ian Holm's android character, blending nostalgia with cutting-edge CGI and motion capture techniques to create an immersive cinematic experience. With its rich sci-fi universe and groundbreaking special effects, 'Alien: Romulus' is a must-watch for fans of the iconic franchise and newcomers alike, exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and human emotion.
