Conference The State of VFX VFX for Episodic
ON SITE König-Karl-Halle Thursday, May 08, 15:45

The Revolution Starts Now: The VFX of Andor A Star Wars Story

Join ILM for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of Andor Season 2, where the war is on the brink and Cassian Andor rises as a pivotal figure in the Rebel Alliance. Production VFX Supervisor Mohen Leo will take you through the intricate visual effects that bring this epic tale to life, showcasing the intense struggle between the growing Rebel Alliance and the looming Imperial threat. Discover how the visual effects team crafted over 4,000 breathtaking shots, from colossal battles and immersive digital environments to seamless set extensions and lifelike character animation. Get ready to witness the revolution unfold.

Mohen Leo

Mohen Leo, Production Visual Effects Supervisor, Industrial Light & Magic

Mohen Leo is an Academy and BAFTA Award-nominated Visual Effects Supervisor. In 2022, Mohen was the Head of Department Visual Effects Supervisor on Tony Gilroy’s Andor for Disney+. His contributions to season one earned him a BAFTA TV Award nomination, a Primetime Emmy nomination, and an HPA Award for Outstanding Visual Effects. Mohen’s success on the series led him to his most recent role overseeing season two of Andor in the same capacity.  

Prior, Mohen was the Director of Content at ILM Immersive, where he also functioned as a Narrative Designer on Vader Immortal, an interactive VR story that later earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Innovation in Interactive Media and the 2020 Game Developers Choice Award for Best VR/AR Game.

During his 25-year career, he also served as ILM Singapore’s Studio Supervisor and Director of Global Strategy from 2009 to 2014, overseeing the expansion of ILM’s first studio outside the United States.