VFX WORKFLOW

ALIEN SAFARI will blend practical filmmaking with strategic VFX to deliver cinematic spectacle on a lean budget. Creatures will be realized using a hybrid approach: on-set puppetry and suit elements enhanced with CG overlays, minimizing full-CG shots. Environments will combine location photography with matte paintings and in-camera effects, limiting intensive compositing use.

Inspired by Godzilla Minus One, plates will be shot with VFX in mind—locked cameras, natural light, and minimal tracking—to reduce post overhead. Alien landscapes will be created using photogrammetry and smart reuse of digital assets. Previs will guide the edit and ensure efficient shoot days. With years of VFX experience, Firestone and Meunier bring a practical understanding of how to achieve scale efficiently. This streamlined pipeline allows for epic visuals without blockbuster costs, supporting the story without overshadowing it.