Alien: Romulus, the new installment set between the first two films of the franchise, embraces a retro, gritty aesthetic reminiscent of the original. The film’s visual design has garnered a nomination for the Best Visual Effects Oscar at the 2025 Academy Awards. Director Fede Álvarez collaborated closely with a remote team led by production designer Naaman Marshall to capture an authentic old-school vibe, resulting in innovative teamwork that fostered creativity across distances. The production style reflects a nostalgic return to the franchise's core feelings and aesthetics.
It became like our own personal social media of Alien art," says Nick Stath, who designed the Romulus lab, the conveyor hallway and the hive.
For director Fede Álvarez and his production designer Naaman Marshall, evoking the look and feel of the earliest films was more than just a case of assembling a world-class art department.
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