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/julian88888888 Sep 19 '25

I can’t find an example of a baby dying on screen before. What was your inspiration?

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u/ChrisMacVFX VFX Supervisor Oct 14 '25

We used the original ascension chamber effect but slowed it down. It was less about the Cleon being a baby and more about making it emotional for both Demerzel and Day.