You won’t believe the jaw-dropping finale of Predator: Killer of Killers. I gasped when the last scene struck the screen, adding an unexpected twist to an already exhilarating movie. This shocking conclusion was so compelling that we felt compelled to delve into it with the filmmakers.
But be warned—this discussion comes with major spoilers. If you haven’t seen the film yet, watch it now and return later for a deeper understanding!
The storyline intricately weaves together tales of Ursa, voiced by Lindsay LaVanchy, Kenji, voiced by Louis Ozawa, and Torres, voiced by Rick Gonzalez. Each has faced off against a Predator, followed by their capture and awakening on an alien world. Director Dan Trachtenberg clarifies that this doesn’t involve time travel; instead, these characters are brought back to life when necessary, a point highlighted by Torres’ line, “I feel like I’ve been asleep forever.”
As they confront fierce Predator creatures, each character manages to escape in their unique ways. But don’t forget—these two warriors are essentially stranded on a spaceship, far from the familiar ground of Earth. They face the grim reality that while they’ve escaped for now, they could easily be recaptured by a horde of Predators.
Ursa’s sacrifice stands as their only glimmer of hope. Once frozen in stasis again, it’s revealed that the Predators use this tactic regularly. She finds herself in a vast storage facility, reminiscent of something from Raiders of the Lost Ark, filled with endless pods. And one of these pods? It contains Naru, the protagonist from Prey, played by Amber Midthunder. “Holy shit!” indeed.
This twist brings numerous questions to light. For instance, does defeating a Predator lead to being captured and frozen? Trachtenberg confirmed this theory. This hints at the prospect of iconic characters like Mike Harrigan from Predator 2 or Dutch, portrayed by Arnold Schwarzenegger, possibly being in these storage pods as well. Though they don’t appear in this film, the implications are vast: countless species who have overcome a Predator may be trapped as well.
What does this mean for Predator culture? It suggests that they can be defeated and often have been. However, capturing victors may serve as both entertainment and research. The motives remain unclear, but hopefully, we’ll gain further insight in upcoming films.
With the reveal of Naru comes speculation about a possible Prey 2. Could we see her journey of capture? Or may the stories now unfold in a futuristic timeline? Given Naru’s past and its juxtaposition with Kenji and Ursa’s timelines, it’s possible we might be looking at events set centuries into the future.
Co-director Josh Wassung expressed excitement about the Naru reveal, stating it was a thrilling decision made to engage fans deeply with her character’s journey.
As we ponder the implications of these revelations, could we be heading toward an epic crossover akin to Avengers: Endgame? Are the Predators truly stoppable? Plus, how will the forthcoming Predator: Badlands, featuring a Predator as the hero, change the dynamics of this universe? The mysteries are endless.
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