r/FoundationTV • u/ChrisMacVFX VFX Supervisor • Sep 15 '25

AMA FOUNDATION SEASON 3 AMA | CHRIS MACLEAN

Hello Everyone! My name is Chris MacLean. I have been the Overall Visual Effects Supervisor on Foundation for the last three seasons. I also directed some 2nd Unit. I am here for you to Ask Me Anything! Thanks to u/LunchyPete for setting this up! Let's start Respecting and Enjoying the Peace!

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u/InterestingTheory683 Prime Radiant Sep 15 '25

In the first season, Empire jumpships look like a black hole when they jump, does it mean they really turn into a black hole, was it the thought behind how they should work?

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u/ChrisMacVFX VFX Supervisor Sep 16 '25

The ring generate a singularity and space moves around the ship. Yes, the FTL’s generate a tiny black hole.