“Predator: Badlands” Shatters Franchise Records, arrives Home This Winter
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A new era of the Predator franchise has dawned, with “Predator: Badlands” officially becoming the highest-grossing film in the series’ 38-year history. the film, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, earned $183 million worldwide, surpassing the previous record of $177.4 million held by 2004’s “Alien vs. Predator.”
A New Predator Story Unfolds
“Hear, you’re not the predator. You’re the prey,” sets the stage for a thrilling narrative that places the iconic alien hunter “through a gauntlet,” according to a company release. The film stars Elle Fanning as Thia,a uniquely compelling cyborg who is missing half her body,and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi as Dek,a young Predator on his inaugural hunt. This unlikely pairing forms the heart of the story, promising a fresh viewpoint on the established lore.
Record-Breaking Success and Home Release Details
the financial success of “Predator: Badlands” underscores the enduring appeal of the franchise. The film’s performance signals a strong audience appetite for innovative storytelling within the Predator universe. Fans can soon experience the action in the comfort of their homes, with digital availability beginning January 6. Physical releases on 4K Ultra HD, blu-ray, and DVD will follow on February 17.
Exclusive Bonus Features for Collectors
A limited edition 4K SteelBook release will offer audiences a wealth of bonus content, providing deeper insight into the making of the film. These features include:
- Deleted & Pre-Visualization Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary: Explore alternate takes and early conceptualizations of key moments, including “Sand Trap,” an early animatic of Dek’s first encounter with Thia, and “Squirt Canyon,” showcasing Dek and Thia’s harrowing journey through a water-filled trench.
- Additional Deleted Scenes: “Tessa vs.Abe” presents a deleted storyline featuring a synth showdown, while “Razor Grass” offers a glimpse into the original previsualization of a hunt involving Dek, Thia, and Bud. “The Outpost” reveals a Weyland-Yutani field facility and its connection to the final cut.
- Extended Content: The “Super Power Loader extended” scene adds further intensity to Dek’s climactic battle.
- Featurettes: Dive behind the scenes with “Embodying the Predator,” exploring the creature’s design and effects; “Authentic Synthetics,” featuring Elle Fanning discussing the nuanced portrayal of Thia and Tessa; “Building the Badlands,” detailing the creation of the planet Genna’s risky landscape; and “Dek of the Yautja,” offering an unprecedented look into Predator culture.
- Audio Commentary: Director dan Trachtenberg, Producer Ben Rosenblatt, Director of Photography Jeff Cutter, and stunt Coordinator Jacob Tomuri provide insightful commentary throughout the film.
A Deeper Dive into the Predator Universe
The bonus features, especially “Dek of the Yautja,” represent a notable expansion of the franchise’s mythology. For the first time, audiences will recieve an extended look at Predator culture, including their home world, spacecraft, and family dynamics. This exploration promises to enrich the understanding of the Yautja and their motivations.
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