Join Eli Roth for a Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Borderlands Set

Imagine this: you’re comfortably seated wherever you are, yet you’re about to explore a movie set like never before. Curious? We’re talking stunts, stars, and stunning set pieces, all guided by the talented director Eli Roth himself.

io9 is thrilled to introduce an innovative and immersive video experience from the set of the much-anticipated video game adaptation, “Borderlands.” Partnering with Light Sail VR, director Eli Roth captured some extraordinary moments featuring notable stars such as Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, and Ariana Greenblatt. While this footage truly shines in virtual reality, it offers an impressive view in regular 2D as well.

Roth shared his enthusiasm, saying, “I’m a huge fan of VR technology and have been using a GoPro 360 since 2018. During the pandemic, I realized traditional set visits were a no-go, so I aimed to give fans a true sense of being on set while we recreated the thrilling world of Borderlands. You’ll get to experience firsthand the intricate designs our art department crafted in Budapest, witness the actors in action, and see Cate Blanchett and Ariana Greenblatt performing high-adrenaline stunts, leaping from a moving truck bed a hundred feet in the air. My collaboration with Light Sail VR ensured we crafted an experience that pulls you right into the heart of the action, capturing the energy and atmosphere we felt while filming Borderlands.”

Now, let’s talk a bit about this film: in “Borderlands,” Cate Blanchett takes on the role of an iconic bounty hunter returning to her home planet, Pandora. Her mission? To locate the missing daughter of the nefarious Atlas, portrayed by Edgar Ramírez. Along her journey, she teams up with a colorful cast of characters, each contributing to a daring quest that aims to unlock one of Pandora’s greatest secrets. The ensemble includes Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Ariana Greenblatt, Florian Munteanu, Gina Gershon, and Jamie Lee Curtis. Mark your calendars for its release on August 9.

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