The secrets of Sean Young’s cameo as replicant Rachael in Blade Runner 2049 have been revealed by the film’s visual effects supervisor.
John Nelson, Blade Runner 2049 visual effects supervisor, spoke with EW about the short sequence, which he called the “hardest” challenge the VFX crew worked on.
By the time the sequel picks up, Rachael is dead, passing away after giving birth to Deckard’s daughter.
One key detail Nelson is very proud of is the inclusion of “flyaway hairs” on the digital Rachael to make her look more human.