Question 1

How did fan frustration shape the story of Predator: Badlands?

Accepted Answer

Director Dan Trachtenberg explained that fan sentiment about Predators always losing inspired him to create a story where the Predator could win, while avoiding a simple slasher movie.

Question 2

Which classic sci-fi film inspired the director's approach to flipping a villain into a protagonist?

Accepted Answer

Dan Trachtenberg was inspired by Terminator 2: Judgment Day and its transformation of a villain into a protagonist, even seeking input from its director James Cameron.

Question 3

What surprising connection does the android Thia have to the Alien franchise?

Accepted Answer

When deactivated, the back of Thia's eyes show the classic Weyland-Yutani logo, which also appeared on Andy's eyes in Alien: Romulus.

Question 4

Which unexpected duo provides voices for the Predator ship's software in the film?

Accepted Answer

The Duffer Brothers (Matt and Ross Duffer) voice the Yautja-engineered software that powers the ship, speaking in the Predator language with heavily distorted voices.

Question 5

What unusual physical abilities did Elle Fanning use to unnerve her co-star during filming?

Accepted Answer

Elle Fanning unnerved her co-star by demonstrating her double-jointed elbows and ability to keep her eyes open for extended periods without blinking.

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