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Back in February, cinephiles were between a rock and a hard place, eagerly awaiting news on the ever-evolvingPredatorfranchise. Fast forward a few months and a bombshell hit the fanbase—Dan Trachtenberg, who directedPrey(2022), is announced as the pioneer to helm another installment in the saga.
This time around, he’s cooking up a little something calledBadlandsand casting none other than Elle Fanning, last seen messing with extraterrestrials inSuper 8,joining the fray. But hang on a tick—why are some fans sharpening their pitchforks and firing up their keyboards in protest? The twist in the tale is that they’re miffed about the ‘future’ setting of the new flick.
You see,Preystruck gold with its enchanting historical angle set in the Comanche Nation circa 1719.
The Exciting Future ofPredatorwith Dan Trachtenberg & Elle Fanning
Emmy-nominatedElle Fanning, 26, might be on the verge of stepping into the wild world ofBadlands, the latest standalone adventure from Dan Trachtenberg that promises to expand thePredatoruniverse like never before (viaWorld of Reel).
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Trachtenberg, who is set to direct the film for 20th Century Studios, is teaming up again with Patrick Aison to pen the script. This new chapter follows the trailblazing success of the former’sPrey—aPredatorprequel that hit the bullseye with critics and shattered records when it landed on Hulu.
Preywas a hit parade, racking up six Primetime Emmy nominations and snagging a win for sound editing. And if that wasn’t enough to get fans buzzing,Prey 2is already in the early stages of development (Polygon). Announced in February,Badlandsis set to start rolling the cameras later this year, though details about the plot are being kept tighter than a drum.
A casting call leak has given us a glimpse into the potential storyline, courtesy ofAVPGalaxy. It hints at a narrative where the spotlight shines on the intricate bond between two very different sisters. Their relationship faces a gauntlet of trials as they embark on divergent missions, set against a futuristic backdrop.
WhetherBadlandswill stick to Hulu or hit the big screen is still up in the air. Given thatPreysetviewership recordsfor the streaming service, it wouldn’t be a shocker if this new installment gets a theatrical release next summer.
Trachtenberg’s rising star is no surprise to those who’ve seen his debut,10 Cloverfield Lane, which was a masterclass in tension and showcased John Goodman at his finest.
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WithPrey 2in the pipeline andBadlandsset to rolluntil November, fans are eagerly awaiting more news. However, not all the feedback has been positive. While excitement is bubbling over the new installment, some fans are grumbling about the film’s reported future setting.Prey, which whisked us back to the Comanche Nation in 1719.
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It was a breath of fresh air with its unique historical flavor and cultural depth. Fans had hoped the franchise would continue to explore diverse historical epochs.
The franchise’s journey has been a wild ride, from theoriginal 1987PredatorwithArnold Schwarzeneggerto its various sequels and prequels. Unlike theAlienfranchise’s continuous saga, thePredatorfilms are more like a patchwork quilt of individual encounters across different time periods.
Let’s check some of the fans:
Is sometime in the future, not historical?
They were onto something with the historical aspect, I have no idea why they’re ditching it.
A future-set Predator movie is something new too. And not just a “semi-futuristic” 1997 either. Howabout we let the filmmaker tell a story instead of complain we’re not doing the same thing until it burns out?
I dunno. I think getting a new one every 3 or so years set in a different time could get old. I’d rather see that as a tv show tbh.
I dig the future vibe. It would end up being repetitive.
Also, there has been a groundswell of fan enthusiasm & the campaign for aPredatorfilm set in feudal Japan (seeReddit). The outcry for a samurai-eraPredatorisn’t just idle chatter; it’s a testament to the excitement thatPreygenerated with its historical setting and cultural clash.
ThePredatorfranchise has had its share of ups and downs, more unpredictable than a kite in a storm. But the success (seeRotten Tomatoes) ofPreygave it a much-needed jolt, proving that even a franchise on the brink can find its footing and charge forward once again.
Prey(2022) is currently streaming on Hulu.
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