Why did Holden need to VK Leon, if the police knew what he looked like? This test is more crucial in the novel, where it is intimated that there are humans who have actually been replaced by look-alike replicants. Replicants, however, can readily change their appearances and aren’t easily recognized from photographs, e.g., Zhora’s tattoo, and Pris’ raccoon makeup. In the July 1980 screenplay, Deckard muses, “They could change their appearances but not their future.” In the December 1980 screenplay, Deckard says Zhora’s ”black hair is a wig which now hangs on the wall next to the shower. She didn’t look like Nexus designated Zhora to begin with, but even less now.” » Blade Runner FAQ
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Why did Holden need to VK Leon, if the police knew what he looked like? This test is more crucial in the novel, where it is intimated that there are humans who have actually been replaced by look-alike replicants. Replicants, however, can readily change their appearances and aren’t easily recognized from photographs, e.g., Zhora’s tattoo, and Pris’ raccoon makeup. In the July 1980 screenplay, Deckard muses, “They could change their appearances but not their future.” In the December 1980 screenplay, Deckard says Zhora’s ”black hair is a wig which now hangs on the wall next to the shower. She didn’t look like Nexus designated Zhora to begin with, but even less now.” » Blade Runner FAQ