When Rory accidentally contacts the most lethal hunters in the universe, their interest in Earth is renewed. Returning to prey on humanity one last time, the Predators' find the military is ready this time and a crew of combat veterans working with a disgruntled scientist are ready to save humanity.
Boyd Holbrook (Quinn), Trevante Rhodes (Nebraska), Jacob Tremblay (Rory), Keegan-Michael Key (Coyle), Olivia Munn (Casey), Sterling Brown (Traeger), Thomas Jane (Baxley), Alfie Allen (Lynch), Jake Busey (Keyes).
The Predator looks a lot like a remake of the original film in the beginning, to the point we wondered if this was a sequel or prequel. With the introduction of Rory however, the storyline finds new direction when he accidentally contacts the Predators, renewing their interest in Earth as a hunting ground. The remainder of the film, based on this thin plot, follows the fight between humans and the Predators with their advanced technology and looks a lot like previous films in the franchise.
Acting was enjoyable with Holbrook and Tremblay both doing well. Jane was hysterical while Busey tried and failed to be funny with his role as usual. Key was also a lot of fun, as were Rhodes, Brown and others who brought some good laughs. The remainder of the cast was solid and fun.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are well done and what we would expect from this mature franchise. Action scenes were good though they felt a bit tempered compared to previous films, though the lack of alien technology was apparent. CGI and effects are good but again, felt light in this entry. Dialogue was good with the added comedy being a nice bonus. Sound and soundtrack are solid.
Overall, while something of a disappointment in the Predator franchise, by itself the film is a mild but solid sci-fi thriller with plenty of action and intensity. Fans of the franchise may be slightly disappointed with this one while others should find it complete and fairly solid.
With some mild nudity, sexuality, graphic violence and gore, and of course foul language, this should be fine for teens and above.
Released: 2018
Reviewed: 5.27.19
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Thriller, Alien Sci-Fi
copyright ©2019 Dave Riedel
Boyd Holbrook (Quinn), Trevante Rhodes (Nebraska), Jacob Tremblay (Rory), Keegan-Michael Key (Coyle), Olivia Munn (Casey), Sterling Brown (Traeger), Thomas Jane (Baxley), Alfie Allen (Lynch), Jake Busey (Keyes).
The Predator looks a lot like a remake of the original film in the beginning, to the point we wondered if this was a sequel or prequel. With the introduction of Rory however, the storyline finds new direction when he accidentally contacts the Predators, renewing their interest in Earth as a hunting ground. The remainder of the film, based on this thin plot, follows the fight between humans and the Predators with their advanced technology and looks a lot like previous films in the franchise.
Acting was enjoyable with Holbrook and Tremblay both doing well. Jane was hysterical while Busey tried and failed to be funny with his role as usual. Key was also a lot of fun, as were Rhodes, Brown and others who brought some good laughs. The remainder of the cast was solid and fun.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are well done and what we would expect from this mature franchise. Action scenes were good though they felt a bit tempered compared to previous films, though the lack of alien technology was apparent. CGI and effects are good but again, felt light in this entry. Dialogue was good with the added comedy being a nice bonus. Sound and soundtrack are solid.
Overall, while something of a disappointment in the Predator franchise, by itself the film is a mild but solid sci-fi thriller with plenty of action and intensity. Fans of the franchise may be slightly disappointed with this one while others should find it complete and fairly solid.
With some mild nudity, sexuality, graphic violence and gore, and of course foul language, this should be fine for teens and above.
Released: 2018
Reviewed: 5.27.19
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Thriller, Alien Sci-Fi
copyright ©2019 Dave Riedel
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