Prepare for a cinematic journey that will leave you questioning the very essence of this franchise! Predator: Badlands is a film that has sparked controversy and left audiences divided.**
For those expecting a thrilling reboot of the iconic Badlands, a horror sci-fi masterpiece, imagine your surprise when it turns out to be yet another installment in the seemingly unkillable Predator series. Yes, you heard that right! This franchise, which began its journey in 1987 with Arnold Schwarzenegger's encounter with an extraterrestrial menace, has evolved into something... well, quite peculiar.
Predator: Badlands introduces us to a unique twist: a young Predator named Dek, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, who is on a mission to prove his worth. With his distinctive mandible claws and an intriguing backstory, Dek is a far cry from the ruthless predators we've come to know. But here's where it gets interesting (or controversial, depending on your perspective): in an attempt to humanize the Predator, the film takes a turn that leaves many scratching their heads.
Dek, portrayed as soft and vulnerable, escapes his stern Predator father and sets out on a quest to reclaim his honor by hunting down the formidable Kalisk, a monster even his father fears. But wait, there's more! Enter the synth twins, played by the talented Elle Fanning. One is Thia, a quirky and adorable synth who befriends Dek, while the other is a cold and efficient killing machine, threatening to overshadow the very identity of the franchise.
And this is the part most people miss: the film's narrative takes a backseat to the sheer absurdity of its premise. With Fanning's star power unable to rescue it from its pointlessness, Predator: Badlands leaves us wondering if this franchise has truly lost its way.
So, what do you think? Is this a bold new direction for the Predator series, or has it strayed too far from its roots? Share your thoughts in the comments and let's spark a discussion!
