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Perth Now
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Predator: Badlands director Dan Trachtenberg teases ‘big, crazy swing' with sci-fi movie
'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg has teased he's taken a "big, crazy swing" with the upcoming movie. The sci-fi flick will put the titular alien hunter at the forefront of the story as its hero, and the 43-year-old filmmaker has now promised 'Predator: Badlands' will be a unique take on the beloved action franchise. In an interview with Bloody Disgusting, Trachtenberg said: "It's a big, crazy swing, and I think that's what drives butts into seats. "If you want the same old Predator experience, you can hit play on 'Predator' or 'Prey' or any other, whichever one is your fit." 'Predator: Badlands' follows the young Predator Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) after he has been outcast from his clan and sent to a remote planet where he forms an unlikely alliance with Thia (Elle Fanning) as the pair search for the ultimate adversary. While the director didn't reveal any specific details about the character Fanning will be portraying, Trachtenberg explained he had used story concepts from video games like 'Shadow of the Colossus' to craft Thia and the dynamic she has with the Predator. He said: "As inspired as I am by movies, I've been very inspired by video games [like] 'Shadow of the Colossus', where you have a protagonist paired with someone else who provides color and connection. "There's a thing with a horse in 'Shadow of the Colossus' that's devastating when you play the game. And so ['Predator: Badlands'] was a little bit inspired by that in terms of wanting to see the Predator with someone else, this character who's the opposite of him. "He's very laconic, [Thia] is not. She's capable in ways that he is not. Physically, she's got a real thing that I'm so excited for you guys to see. But I want to let eventually some of that speak for itself." Trachtenberg added 'Predator: Badlands' would be more character-driven than previous 'Predator' movies, and would centre on the titular alien hunter. He explained: "I never thought [the Predator] was Jason Voorhees or Freddy Krueger. "They had a code [like] hitmen or crime underworld 'Goodfellas'. I felt like there was something cool to explore within that culture that's different than just adding a bunch of stuff on top of it. "It felt like we're mining [concepts] as opposed to just throwing [more] at the franchise." As for what inspired 'Predator: Badlands', Trachtenberg revealed he had pulled ideas from a variety of different films for his movie - which is slated for release in November. He said: "There's a Frank Frazetta, 'Conan the Barbarian', Spartan thing … but also you think of 'The Book of Eli' or 'Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior' … 'Shane', [very] western, very Clint Eastwood-y." The director concluded he wanted 'Predator: Badlands' to "feel genre" and "feel very specific" with its tone and story. He said: "I wanted to make it feel genre, feel very specific, and an inversion of the [main] premise - now the Predator is on [another] planet, and he's going to be hunted by things and has to use his guile to [survive]."
See - Sada Elbalad
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Here's Our First Look at "Predator: Badlands"
Yara Sameh 20th Century Studios has finally unveiled the first look at 'Predator: Badlands,' the sixth installment in the beloved action sci-fi franchise. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the film stars Elle Fanning as two twin sisters. Trachtenberg previously directed 'Prey,' the last installment in the 'Predator' film series. 'Prey' was released exclusively on Hulu and went on to score four nominations at the 2024 Emmys. It would take home the win for outstanding sound editing. The filmmaker's other directorial bouts include films like '10 Cloverfield Lane,' and shows such as 'The Lost Symbol,' 'The Boys,' 'Black Mirror,' and 'BlackBoxTV.' Fanning recently starred as Russian monarch Cathrine the Great in three seasons of Hulu's 'The Great' and starred opposite Timothée Chalamet as Sylvie Russo in James Mangold's Bob Dylan biopic 'A Complete Unknown.' Some of her former credits include 'Super 8,' 'Maleficent,' 'Trumbo,' 'The Boxtrolls,' 'The Neon Demon' and 'B'Twixt Now and Sunrise.' The original 'Predator,' directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carl Weathers, was released in 1987. The film was produced for $15 million ($41 million after inflation) and grossed just under $100 million (about $300 million after inflation) at the global box office. Other films in the 'Predator' franchise include 1990's 'Predator 2,' 2010's 'Predators' and 2018's 'The Predator.' The famous extraterrestrial monster has also gone toe-to-toe with a xenomorph from the 'Alien' franchise twice. Trachtenberg serves as director and reunites as co-writer with 'Prey' screenwriter Patrick Aison. Brent O'Connor serves as producer while Richard Cowen co-produces. 'Predator: Badlands' hits theaters on November 7. Watch the teaser trailer below. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Predator movie ‘Badlands' to star Elle fanning as twins
'The Predator' franchise is gearing up for its sixth big-screen installment, and this time, it's called Predator: Badlands. As reported by 20th Century Studios, the teaser trailer for the upcoming sci-fi thriller has now been released, giving fans a first look at what to expect from the film. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the movie will star Elle Fanning in a challenging double role. In 'Predator: Badlands', Elle Fanning will be seen playing twin sisters who are stranded in a remote and wild landscape. The teaser trailer hints at a gripping story of survival, as the two sisters struggle to stay alive while being hunted by a terrifying alien predator. The movie promises an intense and suspenseful plot filled with action and emotional depth, as the sisters try to escape the relentless creature. Dan Trachtenberg is returning to the franchise after directing Prey, the 2022 Predator prequel film that was released on Hulu. That movie was well-received by critics and audiences, even earning four Emmy nominations in 2024. It ended up winning the award for Outstanding Sound Editing. Trachtenberg is also known for directing 10 Cloverfield Lane and working on TV series such as The Boys, Black Mirror, and The Lost Symbol. Elle Fanning, who has gained acclaim for her role as Catherine the Great in the Hulu series 'The Great', is taking on a new kind of challenge with this film. In the past, she has worked in a variety of roles, including 'Maleficent', 'Super 8', 'Trumbo', and 'The Neon Demon'. She also starred in A Complete Unknown, a biographical film about Bob Dylan, where she acted alongside Timothée Chalamet. The script for 'Predator: Badlands' was co-written by Dan Trachtenberg and Patrick Aison, who also co-wrote Prey. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The movie is being produced by Brent O'Connor, with Richard Cowen serving as co-producer. While the exact release date has not yet been officially confirmed, 'Predator: Badlands' is expected to premiere soon, with more details to be announced in the coming weeks.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Predator: Badlands' trailer out; film to release on November 7
The upcoming sci-fi film ' Predator: Badlands ' has finally released its first trailer, giving fans a glimpse into what's coming next in the popular Predator franchise . 20th Century Studios dropped the trailer on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday evening. This new installment takes a different turn from the usual storyline. This time, a Predator and a human are not enemies -- they are allies. According to Deadline, Predator: Badlands stars Elle Fanning as Thia, a human, and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi as a young Predator who has been rejected by his clan. Set in the future on a remote planet, the film follows their dangerous journey as they search for a powerful enemy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The movie is directed by Dan Trachtenberg , who earlier made Prey -- a successful entry in the franchise that was released on Hulu in 2022. Prey was praised by both fans and critics, even receiving six Emmy nominations. With that success, Trachtenberg has now been trusted to lead Badlands and the upcoming animated Predator film Killer of Killers, which will stream on Hulu starting June 6. The new story promises a fresh take on the Predator universe, focusing on survival, trust, and unusual friendships in a dangerous world. The film is set to hit theaters and IMAX on November 7. 'Badland Hunters' Trailer: Don Lee and Lee Hee-jun starrer 'Badland Hunters' Official Trailer
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Predator: Badlands trailer actually makes the eponymous alien the protagonist
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The first trailer for Predator: Badlands has arrived - and it's unlike any Predator movie we've ever seen before. In the brief clip, which can be viewed below, we see Elle Fanning on what appears to be a planet of Predators - who are very much the stars of the show. Rather than focus on a protagonist trying to defeat the alien race, it looks like this particular sequel will see one of the Predators form an unlikely alliance with a human. Per the official synopsis: "In the future on a remote planet, a young Predator, outcast from his clan, finds an unlikely ally in Thia (Fanning) and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary." Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatang stars as Dek, the young Predator in question. Dan Trachtenberg directs from a screenplay by Patrick Aison. Trachtenberg's Prey, which premiered on Hulu and broke streaming records, is the fifth installment in the Predator franchise and serves as a prequel to the first four movies, providing an origin story for the trophy-hunting species. Badlands marks the sixth, though it serves as its own standalone installment. A direct sequel to Prey, tentatively titled Prey 2, is reportedly still in development with Amber Midthunder set to return. Rather than be released as part of Trachtenberg's deal with Hulu, Badlands is set for a theatrical release. Predator: Badlands is set to hit theaters on November 7. For more, check out our list of the most exciting upcoming movies in 2025 and beyond, or, check out our list of movie release dates.
