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Alien: Romulus, a critical and box office success, is already slated for a sequel. However, one aspect widely criticized was the CGI depiction of Ian Holm, who famously portrayed Ash in the original Alien. The CGI, used due to Holm's passing in 2020, was deemed distracting and unrealistic by many viewers, leading to a popular fan edit removing the character entirely.
Director Fede Alvarez addressed the criticism, acknowledging time constraints during post-production hindered the CGI's quality. He stated in an Empire interview that the home release features improved visuals.
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Alvarez confirmed that additional resources were allocated to refine the CGI for the home release, shifting towards a greater emphasis on practical puppetry. While some viewers noted a slight improvement, many still find the Holm CGI distracting, with some questioning the necessity of his inclusion in the film altogether. Reddit discussions highlight this persistent dissatisfaction. A user, u/Davidedby, in r/LV426, posted a comparison of the Blu-ray and digital versions, revealing that the home release utilizes more practical effects, minimizing the overt CGI.
Despite the ongoing debate surrounding the CGI, Alien: Romulus achieved significant box office success, grossing $350 million globally. 20th Century Studios has announced plans for a sequel, Alien: Romulus 2, with Alvarez potentially returning to direct.
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