Tom Kloucek

Tom Kloucek’s fingerprints are all over some serious sci-fi and action blockbusters. You’ve probably seen his work even if you didn’t spot his name in the credits. The guy’s worked on The Tomorrow War (2021), which, let’s be honest, is basically Chris Pratt fighting off a swarm of gnarly alien monsters that just refuse to quit. The movie zips between present-day and a not-so-cozy future where humanity’s on the ropes, and Tom’s effects crank up the tension every time some new, drool-dripping creature bursts onto the screen. There’s a ton of action, explosions, and that classic “save the world” scramble. Then there’s Army of the Dead (2021), Zack Snyder’s wild blend of heist movie and zombie flick. Kloucek helped bring to life a Las Vegas overrun by the undead—think neon, chaos, and zombies decked out in Elvis jumpsuits. The effects work is nuts, with slow-mo headshots and blood splatter everywhere. It’s not just brainless gore, though—the movie’s got this weird, almost goofy energy that keeps things rolling. Let’s not forget Star Trek Beyond (2016). Sci-fi nerds, this one’s for you. The Enterprise gets ripped apart (again), there’s a new alien baddie, and the crew ends up stranded on some rocky nightmare planet. Kloucek’s touch with visual effects makes the alien landscapes and space battles feel massive. It’s Star Trek, so expect big philosophical questions wrapped in action and banter. Bottom line: Kloucek’s work adds that extra punch, whether it’s aliens, zombies, or warp-speed chases.