Predator: Badlands has released an exciting trailer that introduces us to a young Yautja on his first hunt, pursuing an indestructible prey on a hostile alien planet. This young warrior is not alone; he is accompanied by Thia, a Weyland-Yutani android played by actress Elle Fanning. The inclusion of this character was already known, but the trailer suggests that there are deeper connections to the original Alien franchise that will surely keep fans intrigued.
A movie that will play the nostalgia factor
Among the surprises in the trailer is the appearance of space marines and a version of the P-5000 Powered Work Loader, the iconic equipment operated by Ripley in Aliens. These references not only evoke nostalgia among fans of the saga but also generate speculation about a possible shared universe with future installments that could include exciting crossovers between Alien and Predator.
Predator: Badlands is shaping up to be an exciting action movie and a worthy continuation of the acclaimed film Prey, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, which managed to revitalize the franchise. However, the current trend of making reboots filled with references to past movies can be a bit tedious for some, although there are notable exceptions. Still, the potential of seeing space marines and their equipment in the narrative is a plus, hinting at an expansion of the cinematic universe in the future.
The wait is getting shorter, as Predator: Badlands will premiere in theaters on November 7. This release could mark a new chapter not only for the Predator saga but also for the interconnectedness that fans have longed for between these iconic science fiction universes.
