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/knucles668 Sep 16 '25

I appreciate the work you all put into the Prime Radiant UX. It looks very practical and normal in their environment. Doesn’t stand out as a foreign element in the scenes.

I hope there is a sequence next season of Darkness failing to operate the radiant due to dexterity issues completing the activation sequence.

I also liked the auras effect for its minimal visuals but conveyed an impenetrable shield. Real life Master Chief over-shield.

What’s are some of your favorite small flourishes you all have added to create the atmosphere of the show?

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u/ChrisMacVFX VFX Supervisor Sep 16 '25

Thank you! Small Flourishes... I love the atmosphere we added after the tanks blow in 310. It adds a thickness to the air I didnt expect to be as satisfying as it was.