HBO Westworld Main Titles

HBO’s Westworld main title sequence, created by Elastic, opens the network’s high-concept reimagining of Michael Crichton’s 1973 science fiction thriller. Directed by Patrick Clair, the titles show robotic tools stringing together a galloping horse of ribcage and sinew, a half-formed pale rider taking the saddle, two unfinished lovers embracing, and a player piano performing without its player — imagery evoking Leonardo da Vinci, Mamoru Oshii, and Chris Cunningham while hinting at the ethical and existential themes of the series. From producers Jonathan Nolan, Lisa Joy, and J.J. Abrams, the show spans both the ersatz Wild West of the park’s cybernetic “hosts” and the glossy near-future of its custodians and creators.

SCANable performed LiDAR and 3D scans of sets, actors, props, and other items for this beautiful main title sequence, providing the scan data that helped Elastic craft its haunting digital imagery.