Alright, Predator fans, get ready for a wild new hunt! After Prey absolutely crushed it and breathed new life into the franchise, Dan Trachtenberg is back with Predator: Badlands, and this time, he’s flipping the script in a way we’ve never seen before.
Forget the usual human-versus-Predator showdown. Predator: Badlands will put us right in the head of the Predator itself. Yeah, you heard that right. We’re finally getting Yautja’s perspective! While Elle Fanning is starring, the movie’s heart will be the Predator’s journey.
We’ve watched humans scramble to survive against these alien hunters for decades. We’ve seen them fight tooth and nail, trying to outsmart a creature that’s usually way more advanced. But Trachtenberg said, “Hold up, what about the Predator’s story?”
Think about it: the Yautja aren’t just mindless killing machines. They’ve got a code, a culture, and a complex sense of honor. Sure, they hunt for trophies, but they’re not necessarily evil. They’re testing themselves, seeking the ultimate challenge. And sometimes, they even play fair.
Predator: Badlands will explore that complexity, peeking behind the mask and showing us what it’s like to be on the other side of the hunt. This is a bold move, considering every previous Predator movie has focused on the human experience.
Remember how Prey took us back in time and stripped down the tech, giving us a raw, primal fight? That’s the fresh thinking we’re getting with Badlands. Trachtenberg isn’t afraid to break the mold, and that’s exactly what the Predator franchise needs.
Instead of just changing the setting, like Prey did, Predator: Badlands is changing the whole point of view. We will see the hunt through the Predator’s eyes, and that’s a game-changer. Trachtenberg’s willingness to go against the grain could make Predator: Badlands the best entry in the entire franchise. If he pulls it off, we’re in for something truly special.
