Question 1

How did Danny Trejo end up playing Cuchillo in Predators?

Accepted Answer

According to the commentary, the script described Cuchillo as 'a guy who looks like Danny Trejo.' When Trejo heard this, he called Robert Rodriguez and pointed out that he himself looks just like Danny Trejo.

Question 2

What connection does the alien creature chasing Edwin have to the original Predator film?

Accepted Answer

The creature that pursues Edwin through the jungle is a slightly modified version of the original, abandoned Predator design from 1987.

Question 3

Where did the design for the 'hunting dogs' in Predators originate?

Accepted Answer

The 'hunting dogs' are based on one of the creature skulls seen in the trophy case on-board the Predator ship near the end of Predator 2 (1990).

Question 4

Why is Hanzo missing two fingers on his left hand, and what does it say about his skills?

Accepted Answer

Hanzo is missing two fingers on his left hand because the Yakuza traditionally cut fingers starting from the left pinkie, which impairs sword control. He must be formidable to fight effectively despite this loss.

Question 5

How long was the basic plot for Predators in development before the film was made?

Accepted Answer

The film's basic plot was conceived in 1994 when Robert Rodriguez presented a draft to 20th Century Fox, but it was turned down due to budget. Fifteen years later, the studio followed through with an updated version.

Question 6

What's the amusing story behind Danny Trejo's casting as Cuchillo in Predators?

Accepted Answer

According to the commentary, the script described Cuchillo as 'a guy who looks like Danny Trejo.' When Trejo heard this, he called Robert Rodriguez and said he looks just like Danny Trejo, leading to his casting.

Question 7

Which creature design in Predators connects back to the original 1987 Predator film?

Accepted Answer

The alien creature that pursues Edwin through the jungle is a slightly modified version of the original, abandoned Predator design from 1987.

Question 8

How do the 'hunting dogs' in Predators connect to the franchise's previous films?

Accepted Answer

The 'hunting dogs' are based on one of the creature skulls seen in the trophy case on-board the Predator ship near the end of Predator 2 (1990).

Question 9

What detail about Hanzo's hand reveals his formidable swordsmanship despite a traditional Yakuza punishment?

Accepted Answer

Hanzo is missing two fingers on his left hand. In Yakuza tradition, cutting fingers from the left pinkie impairs sword control, so he must be highly skilled to fight effectively.

Question 10

How long was Robert Rodriguez's basic plot for Predators in development before the film was made?

Accepted Answer

The film's basic plot was conceived in 1994 when Rodriguez was working on Desperado. After a studio rejection, an updated version of his script was used fifteen years later in 2010.

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