It was an effect thatAlien: Romulusaims to recreate.
That too is reflected in the casting ofAlien: Romulus, which is largely comprised of unknowns.
Cailee read for me for another movie like four or five years ago, Alvarez explains now.
At the time, she was just too young for the role, but I was fascinated with her.
I thought she was incredible.
It could be Marlon Brando fromOn the Waterfront, it doesnt matter, says Alvarez about this process.
Its just a model that looks the part.
It doesnt mean I got to cast them.
Then we wrote the whole thing and her face had been there the whole time.
I barely remember seeing any green or blue screen, and that was really helpful.
The movie opens on Aug. 16.
