Predator: Badlands Unleashed!
Discussing Predator: Badlands' Extraterrestrial Protagonist and Constructed Universe with Dan Trachtenberg
The Predator series is back with a bang! This time, we've got Predator: Badlands set to hit the silver screen next month. Buckle up, folks, because this one's gonna be a wild ride!
As revealed by director Dan Trachtenberg in an exclusive chat with BloodyDisgusting, this killer alien is the leading star this time around. Instead of the typical mayhem on Earth, the action is shifted to an unknown alien planet where our split-facedfriend is pitted against a formidable force.
But enough with the introductions, let's delve into the meat of the story!
Meet Dek, a young outcast from Yautja Prime's clan, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. Determined to prove his worth, Dek embarks on a dangerous quest to find the ultimate adversary on the so-called "Death Planet" of Kalisk. With Thia, an android created by Weyland-Yutani by his side, he's bound for an action-packed adventure filled with deadly creatures and unexpected twists!
If you're thinking, "This sounds like Prey", you're right! Dan Trachtenberg aims to take Dek and his people as seriously as "Elvish in Lord of the Rings or Dothraki for Game of Thrones." He ensured proper treatment of the Yautja language to avoid creating a lore-heavy story that compromises the narrative focus.
The android character Thia, portrayed by Elle Fanning, plays a crucial role in Dek's journey. The duo forms an intriguing partnership that deviates from traditional Predator ally tropes, with Thia's arc taking a fascinating divergence from Dek's own hunt. The creators drew inspiration from Frank Frazetta and Mad Max 2 for this unique collaboration, but their relationship is reminiscent of Team Ico's Shadow of the Colossus.
Trachtenberg clarifies that doing a whole movie about a Predator and his android buddy is a bold move, but one audiences could embrace wholeheartedly. If you're eager to catch Predator: Badlands, mark your calendars for November 7, and gear up for some kickass Predator action!
For those who prefer the classic Predator stories, rest easy – the five previous films are available for your viewing pleasure. And if you're curious to learn more about Predator: Badlands' visuals and Dex's creation, check out the interview with Trachtenberg here!
Looking for more sci-fi goodness? Keep up with the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, and get the lowdown on the future of DC Universe on film and TV. Not forgetting, of course, the exciting developments in the Doctor Who universe! Stay tuned for more exciting updates! #PredatorBadlands #Predator #SciFi #ActionMovies
- The upcoming Predator movie, Predator: Badlands, is set to be released next month, promising a wild ride.
- The movie features Dek, a young outcast from Yautja Prime's clan, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, who embarks on a dangerous quest on the "Death Planet" of Kalisk.
- Director Dan Trachtenberg reveals that the Predator series aims to treat the Yautja language with respect to avoid a lore-heavy story that compromises the narrative focus.
- Elle Fanning plays the android character Thia in Predator: Badlands, who forms an intriguing partnership with Dek, deviating from traditional Predator ally tropes.
- Predator enthusiasts can mark their calendars for November 7 to catch Predator: Badlands, while those who prefer classic Predator stories can rewatch the previous five films.
- For fans of sci-fi, stay updated on the latest Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, DC Universe, and Doctor Who releases.
