Extraction 2 VFX Breakdown: How UPP Brought the Action to Life

Extraction 2 is a sequel to the 2020 action film Extraction. The film stars Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake, a former SAS operator who is tasked with rescuing a kidnapped boy from Bangladesh.

The VFX for Extraction 2 were created by UPP, a leading VFX company with a long history of working on high-profile projects. In a recent VFX breakdown, UPP revealed some of the challenges they faced in creating the film's visual effects.

One of the biggest challenges was creating the film's action sequences. Extraction 2 is full of intense and visually stunning action sequences, including a car chase through Dhaka, a shootout on a rooftop, and a fight in a building under construction. UPP had to use a variety of VFX techniques to create these sequences, including 3D modeling, animation, and compositing.

Another challenge was creating the film's environments. Extraction 2 takes place in a variety of different locations, including Dhaka, Bangladesh, and the Sundarbans mangrove forest. UPP had to create these environments using a combination of 3D scanning, matte paintings, and compositing.

The VFX for Extraction 2 were praised by critics. The film's action sequences were particularly well-received, and were said to be some of the best ever seen in an action film. The environments were also praised for their realism and detail.

The VFX for Extraction 2 are a testament to the skill and artistry of the UPP team. The film's action sequences and environments are truly stunning, and they help to make the film one of the most visually stunning action films of all time.

Here are some of the specific VFX work that UPP did on Extraction 2:

• Action sequences: UPP created a variety of action sequences for Extraction 2, including a car chase through Dhaka, a shootout on a rooftop, and a fight in a building under construction. These sequences were created using a combination of 3D modeling, animation, and compositing.
• Environments: UPP also created a variety of environments for Extraction 2, including Dhaka, Bangladesh, and the Sundarbans mangrove forest. These environments were created using a combination of 3D scanning, matte paintings, and compositing.
• The Sundarbans: One of the most visually stunning sequences in Extraction 2 is the chase through the Sundarbans mangrove forest. This sequence was created using a combination of CG effects and practical effects.
• The VFX for Extraction 2 were a critical success, and they help to make the film one of the most visually stunning action films of all time. The work of UPP is truly impressive, and it is a testament to the skill and artistry of the team.

VFX Breakdown by Universal Production Partners:

Extraction 2 - UPP VFX Breakdown from Universal Production Partners on Vimeo.

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Jasleen Kaur is a content writer, Exclusives & PR Coordinator at BehindFilmMaking. She has a background in reviewing films and TV shows on various entertainment news platforms. Her favourite genres are Ancient and Dramatic thrillers.