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Vanessa Eng Shines in Alien-Themed Film Debut

10/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Vanessa Eng, a 27-year-old actress from Jericho, debuts in Yorgos Lanthimos' Bugonia, with Manhattan premiere on October 20 and Long Island on October 31.
Eng plays a dedicated assistant to a CEO portrayed by Emma Stone, who is kidnapped by aliens.
She auditioned without knowing the plot and expressed surprise and excitement upon landing the role.
Eng has signed with a manager and an agent, signaling future opportunities.

History

Historical Context

The 2023 premiere of Yorgos Lanthimos' *Bugonia* draws parallels to the 1977 release of *Star Wars*, which transformed science fiction cinema and grossed over $775 million. This enduring fascination with extraterrestrial themes, as seen in *Bugonia*'s plot about a CEO kidnapped by conspiracy theorists, reflects the genre's lasting appeal in exploring humanity's place in the universe.

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Story summary

Vanessa Eng, a 27-year-old actress from Jericho, debuts in Yorgos Lanthimos' Bugonia, with Manhattan premiere on October 20 and Long Island on October 31.
Eng plays a dedicated assistant to a CEO portrayed by Emma Stone, who is kidnapped by aliens.
She auditioned without knowing the plot and expressed surprise and excitement upon landing the role.
Eng has signed with a manager and an agent, signaling future opportunities.

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