Alien: Romulus was a standout addition to the gruesome sci-fi series, and many fans believed that the last fifteen minutes couldn’t be topped – but they were wrong.
An exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of the new movie has revealed the process behind creating the unsettling extraterrestrial baby mutation (you know the one). Audiences are shocked to learn that the Offspring in question was brought to life using practical effects.
To add to the fear, the scene was incredibly realistic. In fact, the alien was portrayed by none other than Robert Bobroczkyi, a Romanian basketball player who stands at a towering height of seven feet and seven inches. As seen in the video below, the transformation is truly remarkable.
The incredibly talented Robert Bobroczkyi getting ready to chase after Cailee Spaeny in #alienromulus @LegacyEffects #bts pic.twitter.com/Tp3DLXV40x
— Fede Alvarez (@fedalvar) August 30, 2024
Directed by Fede Álvarez, the behind-the-scenes feature offers a glimpse into the imposing presence of Bobroczkyi as he towers over Cailee Spaeny.
The scene is already terrifying, but the fact that it was achieved through practical effects takes the horror movie to a whole new level, and fans are praising the commitment.
“One X user exclaimed, ‘This is amazing, I can’t get enough of it.’”
“I am absolutely amazed by the return of full-scale practical effects in the film industry. It brings such beauty to life, and I am grateful to exist during this time. As another eloquently stated, film is back and better than ever.”
For others, the presence of the real-life actor standing there in their admittedly alien-like appearance intensifies the fear even more.
One user expressed their fear and discomfort at the realistic portrayal of the demon baby in the movie, stating that it was not computer-generated and the last 20 minutes of the film were made even scarier as a result. They shared their thoughts on Twitter, saying, “The fact that it’s a real person and not CGI really stresses me out.”
According to another individual, the actor’s performance in the role was enhanced with practical and digital effects, adding a disturbing element and making it one of the standout moments in the entire movie.
One disbelieving comment on the post exclaimed, “OMFG that’s a real person inside the suit? This just makes the ending even creepier. I mean no disrespect to Robert Bobroczkyi, but his height combined with the practical effects really added to the creepiness factor here.”
Additionally, be sure to explore the remaining 2024 horror films that will surely pique your interest. Furthermore, discover the correct viewing order for the Alien timeline and uncover all the hidden Easter eggs in Romulus.
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