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Newsweek
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping' Casts Academy Award Nominated Actor
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors 'Hunger Games: Sunrise of the Reaping' remains one of the most highly-anticipated movies of 2026. Not only is the novel a massive success, selling 1.5 million copies worldwide in its first week, but the film has built an incredible ensemble. More Entertainment: Predator and Humans Team Up in 'Predator: Badlands' First Look Trailer Now, they can add an Academy Award nominee to their impressive ranks. LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 05: Jesse Plemons and Robert De Niro attend the special London screening of Netflix Series 'Zero Day' on February 5, 2025 in London, England. LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 05: Jesse Plemons and Robert De Niro attend the special London screening of Netflix Series 'Zero Day' on February 5, 2025 in London, Netflix In an exclusive article for Deadline, it was announced that Jesse Plemons will be officially joining the cast as Plutarch Heavensbee, a role originaly played by legendary actor Phillip Seymour Hoffman in 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' and both 'Mockingjay' films. This was later confirmed by the Hunger Games social media account. Plutarch Heavensbee. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping – in theaters November 20, 2026. — The Hunger Games (@TheHungerGames) April 25, 2025 Originally seen as the Head Gamemaker who works with the rebellion, Heavensbee is a Capital cameraman who is assigned to the District 12 tributes. More Entertainment: 'The Matrix' to be Re-Released in Theaters With Epic New Version For more film and entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment. This article is currently being updated...
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]."
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.
USA Today
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Predator: Badlands' unveils first look: See trailer, cast, plot, release date, more
'Predator: Badlands' unveils first look: See trailer, cast, plot, release date, more Show Caption Hide Caption Ryan Gosling to star, Shawn Levy to direct new 'Star Wars' movie Ryan Gosling will star in "Star Wars: Starfighter," directed by Shawn Levy, that takes place five years after the events of "The Rise of Skywalker." A new "Predator" is here and this time, it's not the vile humanoid creature fans expect him to be. A teaser trailer for "Predator: Badlands" dropped April 23, revealing what's to next to come in the longtime sci-fi horror franchise. Slated to release this fall, the movie marks the sixth installment and the first since 2022's prequel film "Prey." The new film stars "The Great" actor Elle Fanning and New Zealand performer Dimitrius Koloamatangi, who plays a young Predator. "You're hunting something that can't be killed," Fanning's character Thia says in the trailer. Director Dan Trachtenberg and screenwriter Patrick Aison returned to create "Badlands" after their work on "Prey" that went on to receive four Emmy nominations as the film released exclusively on Hulu on July 21, 2022. Here's what to know about the new film. When does 'Predator: Badlands' come out? 20th Century Studios' "Predator: Badlands" premieres in theaters nationwide on Nov. 7, 2025. Watch the 'Predator: Badlands' trailer What is 'Predator: Badlands' about? "Predator: Badlands" follows a woman named Thia, played by Elle Fanning, who partners with an outcast Predator, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, to defeat a much larger adversary. 'Predator: Badlands' cast The new "Predator: Badlands" film stars Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. When did the first 'Predator' come out? The original "Predator" released in theaters on June 12, 1987. The sci-fi horror film was directed by John McTiernan and starred Arnold Schwarzenegger. How many 'Predator' movies are there? There are a total of six "Predator" movies, including the upcoming "Badlands" sequel. Predator (1987) Predator 2 (1990) Predators (2010) The Predator (2018) Prey (2022) "Predator: Badlands" (2025) We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Predator: Badlands' Trailer Teams Elle Fanning With an Alien Hunter
'Predator: Badlands,' arriving in theaters on Nov. 7, has been shrouded in mystery. Until now. The trailer for the new film from 'Prey' director Dan Trachtenberg has just arrived from the recesses of deep space and you can watch it below. If 'Prey' was a grounded prequel telling the story of one of the first times the alien hunter landed on earth, then 'Predator: Badlands' buries the needle in the opposite direction, full of giant monsters, killer vines and an unlikely alliance between a young Predator named Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) and Thia (Elle Fanning), who based on this trailer looks to be playing an android. (Could the 'Alien' and 'Predator' worlds be more formally merging in this installment?) 'Prey' was such a refreshing rejuvenation of the franchise that began with John McTiernan's 'Predator' back in 1987 and continued with Stephen Hopkins' underrated 'Predator 2' in 1990, Nimrod Antal's 'Predators' in 2010 and Shane Black's 'The Predator' in 2018. There were also two 'Alien vs. Predator' movies in 2004 and 2007, but the less said about those the better. What's wild is that 'Predator: Badlands' is the second 'Predator' movie that Trachtenberg has coming out this year. On June 6, 'Predator: Killer of Killers,' an R-rated animated feature, will debut on Hulu. It's an anthology film comprised of three stories taking place in different eras where a Predator has been encountered — with stories about a Viking raider, a ninja in Feudal Japan and a World War II pilot investigating otherworldly visitations. In other words – everything is coming up 'Predator!' 'Predator: Badlands' hits theaters on Nov. 7. The post 'Predator: Badlands' Trailer Teams Elle Fanning With an Alien Hunter appeared first on TheWrap.
