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JdscofieldAug 7, 2022

Great movie! Captured the essence of the original. May even be better in my opinion

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Lambo442Aug 12, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a solid action film with good characters and amazing cinematography and action choreography. I'd like to see more films featuring native Americans. The idea of earth's ultimate hunters going up against Predator is a very cool plot device. The only thing that let's it down a bit is the amount of times Predator could have killed the protagonist but let her live. This makes her eventual dominance over him less of a payoff. But other than that, it's incredible. Predator himself is truly awesome in this movie… Expand

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gyorggyAug 7, 2022

Really good cinematic work, artistic and beautiful. The predator was pretty good, not threatening enough tho. The characters where decent but somewhat cliche. I enjoyed the movie overall and it was more than i expected

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ProfSleeplessAug 7, 2022

I've been waiting years for a worthy sequel to the original Predator (sorry, Predator 2, you still have a special place in my heart), and I'm glad to say that at long last we have one. Not only is PREY a good PREDATOR movie, it's just a goodI've been waiting years for a worthy sequel to the original Predator (sorry, Predator 2, you still have a special place in my heart), and I'm glad to say that at long last we have one. Not only is PREY a good PREDATOR movie, it's just a good movie in general. Phenomenally well shot, with great action, bringing the Predator down to a low-tech historical period is pretty brilliant. Instead of an arms race, we get to see a character who has to use her wits an ingenuity to defeat one of the deadliest killing machines in the galaxy.… Expand

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74nh45Aug 7, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. no muere el perro por eso la mejo película… Expand

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CrowND19Aug 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dude, how do you dare to say that men are weak in this movie. Taabe is a freakin' beast, he could've taken the Predator solo (a shame he was injured and ended up dying). The first three men that get killed were taken by surprise by a 7-feet-tall behemoth with alien technology. How the **** do you expect them to have any sort of chance (even though they manage to injure the Predator).

This movie is not a 10, of course, but it's undenyable that it's the best one since the first movie. Just take a look at Predator 2, which was not awful, but didn't bring nothin special until the end of the film, or Predators, which was just a mere 5/10 (and for the love of God let's just forget that The Predator in 2018 was even a concept by itself).

This movie brings the same feeling that the first movie gave us. We cannot be taken by surprise, we already know how the predator is, we know how this works, so they cannot play with the unknown as they did in 1987, and they still managed to release a pretty decent film. The only thing about this film I didn't like is that it felt a bit rushed towards the end, and the explanation they gave about Raphael Andolini's pistol was more of a "meh" (I still prefer the comic version in this), but overall I enjoyed it. And I'll say more, I would have paid to watch this movie in theaters.

It's sad to see how people cannot see a popular franchise release a movie with a female protagonist without the incel army jumping onto it. Yes, guys, there are bad movies with female protagonists, like Birds of Prey, Captain Marvel, and so on, but I recommend you to actually watch this movie and then re-read what you just published here. Is it perfect? No, it is not. Is it a 10 for a movie? Of course not. Is it a 10 for a Predator movie? Not even the first Predator movie was a 10 for his own franchise. Is it watchable and enjoyable? Of course it is, and I love seeing this franchise resurrected with a movie of this level.… Expand

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pcapinheiroAug 11, 2022

Uma boa diversão, numa franquia desgastada.
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+ História simples e bem ambientada Pontos Negativos: + Seria mais interessante se os indios falassem a lingua deles, como em Apocalipto; + No 7º filme com esse monstro, o mistérioUma boa diversão, numa franquia desgastada.
Pontos Positivos:
+ História simples e bem ambientada
Pontos Negativos:
+ Seria mais interessante se os indios falassem a lingua deles, como em Apocalipto;
+ No 7º filme com esse monstro, o mistério já foi embora faz tempo.… Expand

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AlexeyAleshinAug 11, 2022

Друзья традиционалисты ,вы разозлитесь но я всё таки скажу. Я очень рад что тут главный герой это молодая женщина . Во первых 1) Я люблю молодых ,худых, спортивных женщин . Во вторых 2) Когда неприятель вторгался в родные земли (вспомнитеДрузья традиционалисты ,вы разозлитесь но я всё таки скажу. Я очень рад что тут главный герой это молодая женщина . Во первых 1) Я люблю молодых ,худых, спортивных женщин . Во вторых 2) Когда неприятель вторгался в родные земли (вспомните уроки истории и Батыя ) зачастую уничтожались вообще все мужчины . И кто в таком случае мог подобрать оружие и нанести урон неприятелю ? Ответа только два , либо никто ,либо женщины . В качестве примера на ум приходит Вера Засулич , убила "хищника" и выжила. В третьих 3) Стимулирующий пример . Когда Шварцнейгер победил монстра в 1987 , это чемпион , альфа самец ,одни плюсы ,нет минусов . Как с таким конкурировать ? Если тебе попадётся "монстр " в реальной жизни ,сможешь ли ты загасить его как Шварцнейгер ? Мало шанцев . Но в фильме Добыча 2022 , мы видим что при удачном стечении обстоятельств( которые ты сам способен сформировать в некоторой мере) при должном упорстве и смелости , монстра способна победить и девчёнка . Что ты хуже девчёнки ? А ну вперёд на подвиги ! Там явно есть стимулирующий заряд для мальчиков и я думаю это хорошо .… Expand

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royalguy07Aug 7, 2022

I have some questions about some small things but this was a great ride and a very worthy action movie.

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chinohillschefAug 6, 2022

Wow. Some of the best action scenes I’ve seen in a long time. And the premise — setting the predator in frontier America - is genius.

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DubeauAug 7, 2022

Prey is a spiritual successor (but a prequel) to the original movie Predator. The story follow the same premise but with an historical context. And the historical context, is done with some atmosphere touches that help selling it. The actionPrey is a spiritual successor (but a prequel) to the original movie Predator. The story follow the same premise but with an historical context. And the historical context, is done with some atmosphere touches that help selling it. The action is really fun to watch. Of course in the end, it's a bit unrealistic and over the top, but still smart from the main hero. The acting was superb. I had some problems with the French, most of them were very..pirates and stupid for my taste. The music and sound were crazy good. I especially liked the sound effects. They make this movie tense. I give it 75%. I wouldn't say it's a classic, but it's a better effort.… Expand

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JugmonkeyAug 9, 2022

Fun movie, great original idea on going back in time on it, liked it a lot. Grab some popcorn and enjoy this worthy predator movie. The original is so good it's always hard to follow them but this was a well shot fun flick.

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mrc_brnAug 9, 2022

Solid, engrossing story and performances. Well told and played out. Some minor illogical behaviors by the predator which only serve to keep the story going which is a shame.
And it's a predator movie, so there's some unavoidable deja vue allSolid, engrossing story and performances. Well told and played out. Some minor illogical behaviors by the predator which only serve to keep the story going which is a shame.
And it's a predator movie, so there's some unavoidable deja vue all over again. But all in all highly entertaining.… Expand

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hughes857Aug 8, 2022

This was a solid movie. Though only released through streaming service Hulu, I think this deserves a theatrical release. I have not watched a Predator movie before but this convinced me to give the other installments in the franchise a try.This was a solid movie. Though only released through streaming service Hulu, I think this deserves a theatrical release. I have not watched a Predator movie before but this convinced me to give the other installments in the franchise a try. This movie has the gore and action scenes to make you cream your pants. I definitely did when the predator alien used his tech to slaughter everyone. I admire the amount of detail to make this prequel unique but at the same time an homage to these types of films.… Expand

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tarekaliAug 8, 2022

I agree with the critics and fans alike, Prey is a return to pure form for the beloved Predator franchise, brand and concept. Amber Midthunder delivers a memorable performance as a Commanche warrior in the making. The emphasis on the hunt,I agree with the critics and fans alike, Prey is a return to pure form for the beloved Predator franchise, brand and concept. Amber Midthunder delivers a memorable performance as a Commanche warrior in the making. The emphasis on the hunt, respecting the adversary with careful study, and not blindly charging in with foolish bravado is the spirit of those who prey on the apex Predator, who hunts the hunter. We see some beloved callbacks to the previous installments, but the story's overall arc is fresh and unique from its predecessors. There were times the animal CGI seemed a little rushed, but that's probably the result of a direct-to-stream budget. I was also concerned about unrealistic protagonist arcs (ahem, Rey Skywalker), but there were sufficient realistic setbacks to add credence to the story. The unspoiled magnificence of the northern plains is breathtaking. It is sad to think the beauty of this land, and its original peoples, are now just a memory. All the sadder to see the destructive greed of the early French trapper gangs. We have heard Predators have scoured the galaxy for centuries looking for worthy Prey, it's so rewarding to see one of these chapters play out amongst a tribe of the great warriors. I really hope future filmmakers take a lesson from this excellent work - we don’t need to see cursing, tougher-than-life grunts smashing their way through (Alien 2 exempted), we need sensitive, nuanced portrayals that stay true to canon and precedent.… Expand

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Irfanullah86Aug 9, 2022

It's a best predator movie since the original Predator. The setting/era for the movie is perfect. Acting is top notch.

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MaulcunAug 7, 2022

I watched the movie today and I have to say that I'm glad that was a good Predator movie after all these years and after so many disappointments. The story is simple and straightforward... a tribe of comanche hunters who cross paths with theI watched the movie today and I have to say that I'm glad that was a good Predator movie after all these years and after so many disappointments. The story is simple and straightforward... a tribe of comanche hunters who cross paths with the Predator in the early 1700s. One of the first things I liked was the cinematography. I think this movie has the best cinematography out of the entire franchise.

This movie represented the predator so well, he is really ruthless and brutal. His code of conduct and how he manipulates his prey are all fascinating and are shown very well.

It's nice to see how Naru (Amber Midthunder) is skilled and intelligent, but still suffers minor defeats throughout the beginning of the story, but she never stops learning from them. She plays to her strengths to fight a stronger and technically superior opponent and believably so. Beautifully done. I hope we get more movies of this quality in the future.… Expand

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Film_BuddyAug 8, 2022

“Woke Predator”??? - It ticks all the eye rolling woke checklists: female protagonist, noble savage troupe, third wave feminism forced on tribalism, First Nation revisionism, the evil European colonial troupes that burgeons on cartoonish“Woke Predator”??? - It ticks all the eye rolling woke checklists: female protagonist, noble savage troupe, third wave feminism forced on tribalism, First Nation revisionism, the evil European colonial troupes that burgeons on cartoonish racism. That being said I enjoyed it. You get the progression of an attractive heroine, you’re pulled into the story, exciting soundtrack, fresh take on the Predator franchise, and beautifully filmed. Definitely a watch even for us skeptics.… Expand

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7uubovAug 7, 2022

I was pleasantly surprised that they finally made a decent film for the franchise. The acceptance of the first part is felt, however, the film is original. Excellent storytelling, chic camera work, acting by the actor does not raise anyI was pleasantly surprised that they finally made a decent film for the franchise. The acceptance of the first part is felt, however, the film is original. Excellent storytelling, chic camera work, acting by the actor does not raise any questions. Overall, I was very pleased with the movie. But, there are also a few moments that slightly, but saddened me. CGI animals look very average in places (although if you take it as a whole, it’s very good). The design of the Predator, especially without the mask, seemed controversial to me.
I recommend watching this movie, especially if you are a fan of this franchise.… Expand

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Irfan_HaiderAug 8, 2022

Arguably the best "Predator" movie yet! Loved the setting, the time period and the cool little nods to the original Predator starring Arnie. Amber MidThunder really shines as Naru and the Movie does a good of establishing the characters. TheArguably the best "Predator" movie yet! Loved the setting, the time period and the cool little nods to the original Predator starring Arnie. Amber MidThunder really shines as Naru and the Movie does a good of establishing the characters. The ending was a little weak though.… Expand

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robiwanAug 8, 2022

I wasn't really sure what to expect from this movie but boy was I pleasently surprised.

Everything in this movie from cast to editing is amazing. The only letdown is the partly really bad CGI qualität particulary the "bear"-scene. OtherwiseI wasn't really sure what to expect from this movie but boy was I pleasently surprised.

Everything in this movie from cast to editing is amazing. The only letdown is the partly really bad CGI qualität particulary the "bear"-scene. Otherwise this movie is my second favourite "Predator" movie.… Expand

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Milamber1675Aug 9, 2022

A great momie for me the Best from prédator universe, good acting, good store and good action

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Gaijin-Aug 7, 2022

Best movie in the franchise since Predator 2, but not without its weak spots. Scores below 5 or above 8 seem unjustified to me, as the movie is neither that bad nor that good. Positives: Good action scenes, interesting shots of beautifulBest movie in the franchise since Predator 2, but not without its weak spots. Scores below 5 or above 8 seem unjustified to me, as the movie is neither that bad nor that good. Positives: Good action scenes, interesting shots of beautiful landscapes. Blood and gore are displayed, but in the right amount / moments. Visual effects are decent. This is a movie that would have been worth watching on the big screen; too bad Disney had a different opinion. Negatives: Excessive "patriarchal societies are evil" messaging. The first couple of times are more than enough to convey the message. The main character is simply not very likable: giving her a bit more background and motivation than being a contrarian would have improved the movie significantly.… Expand

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adverbAug 10, 2022

I had to get past the first few minutes, which threatened a YA story and pulling punches. It's neither, there's plenty of gore. Tight running time, too.

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WihglahAug 8, 2022

one of the best additions to the franchise. great action, great hunting skills. very believable.

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funyunknightAug 7, 2022

Best action movie of the year and easily the best Predator movie since the original and in a lot of ways it surpasses the original. The cast was exceptional and the directing by Dan Trachtenberg was top notch. Between this and 10 CloverfieldBest action movie of the year and easily the best Predator movie since the original and in a lot of ways it surpasses the original. The cast was exceptional and the directing by Dan Trachtenberg was top notch. Between this and 10 Cloverfield Land I think that Trachtenberg is the best young director in Hollywood now. Would love to see him do something with Star Wars or Marvel.… Expand

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thoodeeAug 7, 2022

Awesome bare predator movie. Lead actress was awesome, and was actually beautifully shot. I want more!

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indieinsightsAug 10, 2022

It's okay for a franchise film. Not a masterpiece but, well, okay. It was certainly the wrong decision to cast a babyface as the lead for an action film. Unless you hoping for a Hunger Games success, and a franchise film is never that, theIt's okay for a franchise film. Not a masterpiece but, well, okay. It was certainly the wrong decision to cast a babyface as the lead for an action film. Unless you hoping for a Hunger Games success, and a franchise film is never that, the lead would have been more believable if she was more mature, older, maybe in her mid-30s or early 40s. You know, that experienced female warrior that is not accepted by her tribe as a warrior? But I guess that quite an inexperienced writer such as Patrick Aison was unable to handle that. Same applies to the lack of memorable lines, or generally, what again was the name of the protagonist? What is her personality, other than living some coming-of-age problem at the age of 25? But nevertheless, certainly better than anooooother Alien vs Predator garbage. By the way, I would have made it a 7/10 but I guess I wanted to pump it a bit due to the low-rating spammers who seem not have even watched this film, or the Predator franchise films before.… Expand

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dudukinAug 16, 2022

Prey (2022) is the BEST Predator movie by far. A Masterpiece, which puts the original Predator (1987) movie to shame. The 110Lb girl with a toy tomahawk fighting the Predator alone is much more realistic and believable than Arnie with hisPrey (2022) is the BEST Predator movie by far. A Masterpiece, which puts the original Predator (1987) movie to shame. The 110Lb girl with a toy tomahawk fighting the Predator alone is much more realistic and believable than Arnie with his team of commandos barely surviving and fighting to the end. 10/10… Expand

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JohnnyKChopAug 8, 2022

Literally made an account for this review. It’s an awesome film and a great start for a new look to the franchise. The only people giving this scores in the red are complete incels with their anti-woke crap.

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BitekAug 7, 2022

I liked it. It is solid predator movie. I enjoined it more than the last two predator installments. The only thing I would make it different is for all Indian characters to speak native language with subtitles. English breaks immersionI liked it. It is solid predator movie. I enjoined it more than the last two predator installments. The only thing I would make it different is for all Indian characters to speak native language with subtitles. English breaks immersion imo.CGI is very well done. The technology behind it really has advanced in last few years because it is hard to say what is CGI and what is not in this movie.… Expand

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ChekanchikAug 10, 2022

It's a pretty solid movie in the right setting. The first really good Predator movie since the first release in franchise. Sure it has some lows, but in general that one is pretty well done.

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Rich87Aug 7, 2022

Don't think the movie deserves 6/10 special effects were very Impressive. Loved how the film reveals how the predator makes his trophies with a instrument that removes the flesh off from the skulls. There was enough violence too and fightingDon't think the movie deserves 6/10 special effects were very Impressive. Loved how the film reveals how the predator makes his trophies with a instrument that removes the flesh off from the skulls. There was enough violence too and fighting start to finish that I thought the pacing was done well.… Expand

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fastoch82Aug 7, 2022

I enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed the first one. It delivers just what you expect from a Predator movie.

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CarryNekAug 7, 2022

Fun movie, a specific group of angry white guys are gonna give it a 1/10 but please ignore them and watch the movie before you form an opinion on it

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tonwellingAug 7, 2022

Excellent movie, a movie to measure, not big or small, tense scenes, action to measure, well characterized environment, an immersion in the past, good choreography of the battles, good special effects, a film grade 9.0, not 10, because I feltExcellent movie, a movie to measure, not big or small, tense scenes, action to measure, well characterized environment, an immersion in the past, good choreography of the battles, good special effects, a film grade 9.0, not 10, because I felt at the end an extra scene showing other Yautjas, looking for the ship and maybe, a mention of a new encounter 40 years from now when Naru has an elderly and tribe leader, showing the saga of a grandson, who can meet this threat again in that region or another, perhaps another scene, approaching the Yautjas looking for the ship and hovering a map of the Earth with new places and eras to be explored, Ex: "African" tribe, " Medieval Period", " First world war" an infinity of themes that can be created.… Expand

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SynapsesAug 7, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a fresh take on the Predator Universe and I really appreciated it. From the lack of SUPER advance technology due to the timeline to the very unique take on the 1700-1800s, it really is a good movie. The predator was very unique and brutal, as is needed, and the main character although sometimes a little bland was still pretty well wrote.… Expand

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adamtaylor792Aug 7, 2022

In a world where accounts are integrated together, there is no reason why Metacritic doesn't have a system in place to verify that a reviewer has actually watched the movie before putting up a review. Integrate in with Hulu and the otherIn a world where accounts are integrated together, there is no reason why Metacritic doesn't have a system in place to verify that a reviewer has actually watched the movie before putting up a review. Integrate in with Hulu and the other streamers or Fandango and the other ticketing sites to verify viewing or attendance. That said, disregard the obvious troll accounts review bombing the movie; the film is great. It is hands down the best predator sequel to be released. The only downside to the movie is how much it commits to the whole "first time a predator came to earth" thing because there is definitely a world in which this is the start of an Assassin's Creed-style turn for the franchise where people from all over the world in all eras face off against the predator in new and inventive ways.… Expand

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DeadheadbillAug 6, 2022

Best Predator movie since the 1st one. Great acting by the entire cast, but especially by Amber Midthunder, amazing cinematography and the idea to go back to the 1700's Native American timeline for a prequel all add up to the best PredatorBest Predator movie since the 1st one. Great acting by the entire cast, but especially by Amber Midthunder, amazing cinematography and the idea to go back to the 1700's Native American timeline for a prequel all add up to the best Predator movie in 20+ years.… Expand

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Godslayer79Aug 6, 2022

My expectations were low after the trailers made the movie look like it was really bad. I was surprised how good this movie turned out to be.

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aphextwinpeaksAug 9, 2022

Awesome fresh take on Predator and one of the best films of the year. Bonus point for upsetting the incels!

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Game-ishAug 6, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alright....it wasn't the original but people getting way too caught up in the "TiNy FeMaLe BeAtS aLiEn" because while we can accept there's an alien killing for sport we can only accept a certain person to kill it lol....also while ignoring how much damage the predator had sustained up until that point. I liked the original story and the movie was much better than I expected going in.… Expand

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MattyiceAug 14, 2022

Taking the Predator movies closer to formula while increasing the terror by throwing it back in time with archaic weaponry helps Prey stand out and make for an good watch. Naru is a solid lead that works a lot better than most female leadsTaking the Predator movies closer to formula while increasing the terror by throwing it back in time with archaic weaponry helps Prey stand out and make for an good watch. Naru is a solid lead that works a lot better than most female leads thrown out by Hollywood today due to personal stakes and struggles, while the rest of the supporting cast is good as well. The action is coordinated and shot very well, and the gore is very much there and brutal as it is in almost all Predator movies. This should make for a great film, however budget constraints clearly hold this back from being an epic that can match the original Predator movie. The CGI is definitely restrained and not particularly great when used, the scale feels very small (working both in favor of and against the film), and the forrest sets are definitely bland. Additionally, the pacing is a bit all over the place, with the movie taking its sweet time early on and rushing a bit through the second half. Overall, though, given what the Predator franchise has put out before, there's no doubt Prey is the best since the OG movie.… Expand

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gtbAug 13, 2022

This film delivers. It has a simple plot that is more like the original than any of the sequels that followed it, but to me that isn't a downside. Some excellent camera work and direction make for a lot of freeze frame moments where theThis film delivers. It has a simple plot that is more like the original than any of the sequels that followed it, but to me that isn't a downside. Some excellent camera work and direction make for a lot of freeze frame moments where the composition of the scene really shines- more than I would have expected from an action movie. I wish it had not been recorded in English originally. There is a Comanche dub, I understand, but I would have preferred an English dub for the people who wanted it with Comanche as the original dialog with English subtitles. That's the only thing that I didn't like.… Expand

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OppressedWriterAug 13, 2022

Excellent film, might be the best flick I've seen this year. Mad Max Fury Road type protagonist vs Predator w a dash of Apocalypto. Idiots mad because extremely athletic & smart woman out wits an arrogant predator who doesn't fully see her asExcellent film, might be the best flick I've seen this year. Mad Max Fury Road type protagonist vs Predator w a dash of Apocalypto. Idiots mad because extremely athletic & smart woman out wits an arrogant predator who doesn't fully see her as a threat (literally & metaphorically). If it had treated her like an equal earlier it would easily kill her but it realizes to late. Also, best physical warriors are men in the film especially her brother; he almost solos the predator. Anyway, very well written & tight script, strong direction, and crisp sound/music.… Expand

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EljeroTVAug 18, 2022

Every major decision made for the movie—from its Comanche setting, the close focus on Naru, its overarching themes of hunting and being underestimated, to the grim musical score by Sarah Schachner—render Prey a spectacular outing for aEvery major decision made for the movie—from its Comanche setting, the close focus on Naru, its overarching themes of hunting and being underestimated, to the grim musical score by Sarah Schachner—render Prey a spectacular outing for a franchise in need of fresh energy.
Not only that, but Dan Trachtenberg executes these ideas with perfect precision and attention to detail.… Expand

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FelipePedro07Aug 23, 2022

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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MaxPayneIsGodAug 16, 2022

The best Predator film since the original and my personal favourite movie of 2022 so far.
We really enjoyed it, the action, suspense, its all there just like it was in 1987.

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Kai82Aug 23, 2022

The movie was positive surprise. It captures the essentials of the franchise, is enjoyable from start to finish and has a great female protagonist. Lets start at the beginning. The last movie Predator Upgrade was a disappointment so I had lowThe movie was positive surprise. It captures the essentials of the franchise, is enjoyable from start to finish and has a great female protagonist. Lets start at the beginning. The last movie Predator Upgrade was a disappointment so I had low hopes that they turn the tide. Then the reviews came in and the movie earned respect. While not perfect it won a lot of people over even some that were critical before. So I wanted to watch it. While being the 5th instrumental in the franchise it is the first chronological and set in 1719 in the great plains of what is today the USA. The main character is Naru a young Comanche woman who is her tribes healer but wants to become a hunter like her brother Taabe. She trains hard for this to hone her skills but it is an uphill battle against customs. One day she sees a sign in the sky. The clouds shape with thunder in a never seen way. This is the beginning of the story as something dangerous is emerging. I stop here to avoid spoilers. The movie uses the formula of the franchise well. It is again a struggle for survival against a seemingly unstoppable predator. It gets the dread and fear right which is for me the hallmark of the franchise. The main character adds a lot to the story and is fully to my liking. Like I said it is an enjoyable heroes journey from start to finish. Lets continue with the characters. Amber Midthunder is excellent as Naru. She is not a Mary Sue and I fully liked her character and development. Maybe the best main character tied with Arnold Schwarzenegger form the original and sometimes I think she is better as character. The rest of the cast is not as present and except an excellent Dakota Beavers as Tabee, Dane DiLiegro as predator and Michelle Trush as Aruka the other characters are not that memorable (but not weak or misused). Special praise to Narus dog Sarii who is also adorable. A good cast and I repeat the main characters are fully to my liking. The special effects are top notch and they give credit that it is long before the first Predator movie. The Predator uses more primitive technology that is still highly effective and dangerous. The climax battle is also really good. I must also praise the sets and landscapes. It looks beautiful and I am normally not the landscapes guy. I have some small nitpicks. It could be a bit faster at the beginning and other characters could be used a bit more / better. Overall I give an 8/10 and think this will get a classic and earn its place. Not as iconic as the first but those had more time to build a legacy. Maybe it will break even with it some day.… Expand

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Jim222001Feb 6, 2023

Excellent watch even if I knew she’d make it. So I rooted for the dog more than her really lol. This is definitely better than Predators and The Predator “part 4.”
Prey is about as awesome as The Predator should have been. While The PredatorExcellent watch even if I knew she’d make it. So I rooted for the dog more than her really lol. This is definitely better than Predators and The Predator “part 4.”
Prey is about as awesome as The Predator should have been. While The Predator had too many goofy characters with each one the comedy relief. Prey knows to take itself seriously.
Though I admit that one kill of an unarmed man makes no sense. I do like that the movie ties in to Predator 2. Since Danny Glover was handed a gun from the 1700’s.
Which makes me wonder if Naru is eventually killed and the gun is taken by the Predators as a trophy. Since I think it is the gun she learned to use.… Expand

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Skipper81GerAug 31, 2022

This is the Predator movie. Instead of Arnold Schwarzenegger, however, they simply took a cheeky girl and the soldiers' friends became Indians. The camera, picture, sound, scenery and costumes are very good. The story was worn out andThis is the Predator movie. Instead of Arnold Schwarzenegger, however, they simply took a cheeky girl and the soldiers' friends became Indians. The camera, picture, sound, scenery and costumes are very good. The story was worn out and illogical. I wouldn't watch it again and I don't recommend it at all.… Expand

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Gaming_BearOct 24, 2022

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Honestly one of the best predator movies since the original. I love the fact that the predator actually matched his weaponry to what he was facing. something that you dont see in most predator movies now a days. The predatory wasspoilers

Honestly one of the best predator movies since the original. I love the fact that the predator actually matched his weaponry to what he was facing. something that you dont see in most predator movies now a days. The predatory was always supposed to match his weapons to what he was hunting. I also love the re imagining of the weapon set for an earlier breed of predator then what we have seen. It was a bit lazy that they didn't to to this in comanache so lose of points for that. I give it a 10/10 Just to balance out the trolls that give 0/10. I actually give it closer to a 7.5/10.… Expand

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odysseus420Jan 30, 2023

I liked the characterization of the Predator as a safari-going loser expecting his superior tech and weaponry to carry him through every fight. The story follows roughly the same beats as the original film with the hunters/soldiers gettingI liked the characterization of the Predator as a safari-going loser expecting his superior tech and weaponry to carry him through every fight. The story follows roughly the same beats as the original film with the hunters/soldiers getting mowed down until the protagonist figures out how to outsmart the invader. All in all a fun action movie and easily the second best in the franchise for what that's worth.… Expand

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JYDOT77Aug 15, 2022

I'm giving this 10 even though it's a solid 8 because of the obvious user review bombing. What did you want, some kind of Arnie (much as I love the guy) circle jerk remake? This is a film that has no business being as good as it is and hatsI'm giving this 10 even though it's a solid 8 because of the obvious user review bombing. What did you want, some kind of Arnie (much as I love the guy) circle jerk remake? This is a film that has no business being as good as it is and hats off to all involved quite frankly. As the big man himself says, don't listen to the naysayers and see for yourself. Why they felt another Predator movie was needed I will never know but my word I'm glad it happened. Definitely a strong second in the franchise for me.… Expand

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DawdlingPoetAug 16, 2022

Naru is one kick ass female indigenous American (Comanche) hunter, that's all I need to say!. well, ok, I'll add a bit more. There's some gorgeous landscape/panoramic style cinematography and it was interesting to get a bit of an insight intoNaru is one kick ass female indigenous American (Comanche) hunter, that's all I need to say!. well, ok, I'll add a bit more. There's some gorgeous landscape/panoramic style cinematography and it was interesting to get a bit of an insight into the local elders culture, plus the French hunters. Its very atmospheric and it features lots of gripping action scenes. I didn't think it seemed tacky or cheap at all. I highly enjoyed it and would recommend it to others, yes, the only thing I'd point out is it's probably best watched in a darkish room, as most of it is very darkly lit, so it's a bit hard to tell precisely what's going on at times if there's an issue with bright sunlight, glare or reflection.… Expand

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AigleAveugleAug 24, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Points lost for English ? Really ? The French speak Quebecois, but the Indians speaks English ? Comon, it was lazy. The rope thing on the tomahawk either... comon its not a boomrang. There was no way she could have guess the height or spot where the Predator would land in the quicksand to have a headshot... and he lands right there and he happens to forget how his own gun works... Except for these mistakes its an awesome movie. Now hear me out please this is going to get really interesting.

Imagine they speak indian, and its not called PREY, but something else. There is no Sci-fi trailer and you think your going to watch an amazing historic/action movie about Indians like The Revenant or Apocalypto or something. You never show the Predator, only hints through out the movie and at the end you realize you have been watching a Predator movie because you see it only last minutes like ALIEN OR JAWS. What has become of subtlety and the thrill ? Stop showing off the monster like its a Dinosaure all along . Its a Hunter, sophisticated, invisible and Alien. Please incorporate the meaning of these words into the production of the next movie. Thank you.… Expand

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kevscornerAug 14, 2022

A very good predator movie. The action was well choreographed and the pacing was excellent.

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tellmikeyyAug 17, 2022

A beautifully shot film with great combat, dialogue, emotions & a stunning score. Didn’t need to be over the top, cheesy or overly Sci-Fi to tell a great story. Really hope a sequel is in the works and future films are done by Hulu going forward!

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MarcosReisSep 28, 2022

I have nothing to complain about this movie. I love watching it. It's kind of a pet movie for me now. I like putting it on every other day or so just so to watch some scenes while doing other stuff, leaving it on the background. The predatorI have nothing to complain about this movie. I love watching it. It's kind of a pet movie for me now. I like putting it on every other day or so just so to watch some scenes while doing other stuff, leaving it on the background. The predator is awesome. Photography is awesome. Ambientation/ localization is awesome. Main characters are awesome. They feel well fleshed out even though not many have screentime.

No woke content at all. Vilifing whites doesn't come out as woke, since it's historically acurate, female main character isn't overpowered just for being a woman. In fact her weakness is used in her favor, and they acknoledge that giving her a proper character arc. She gives her best to become who she wants, she fails, she keeps fighting, she gets afraid, gets overwhelmed, but as every good main hero-ish character, she overcomes her chalenges and comes out bigger.

She's small, human and credible. She's not strong, but that doesn't stop her from being quick-witted and a natural warrior or leader. Her strength is in her personality and her presence. She's smart, and this movie is beaultiful to watch.

The music also has smart decisions, using tribal concepts and components alongside technologiical and electronic sounds. Even the predator's mask matches this setup. Everything is very cohesive.… Expand

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strangebrew123Mar 30, 2023

I thought that this was a decent movie, very watchable. Acting from the lead and her brother were both commendable. Sets were great, and a good backstory for the original. I especially liked the dog....excellent acting throughout!

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veljkomcxAug 21, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was pretty whatever,the main character cant beat a tiger at first,but is then able to beat an invisible laser-eyed predator.… Expand

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mikesgold2KJan 11, 2023

Pierwotny, indiański klimat, tajemnicze zagrożenie oraz spryt młodej wojowniczki. Odświeżone spojrzenie na Predatora. Wszystkie sceny z nim są klimatyczne

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TrilobietmanAug 12, 2022

This was my first predator movie, and to be honest it really hyped me up for the other predator movies. You can tell it's copied from the Alien franchise. The film does contain a lot of blood. Kind of like: Zombieland, Hellraiser andThis was my first predator movie, and to be honest it really hyped me up for the other predator movies. You can tell it's copied from the Alien franchise. The film does contain a lot of blood. Kind of like: Zombieland, Hellraiser and Cannibal. I don't know if this is just me but it felt a bit like Assassin's Creed (Game Series). It gets an 8 from me.

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Many scenes are predictable. And there is a lot of exaggeration with violence and gore. Otherwise an entertaining movie. Definitely recommended for a night of fighting without thinking too much.… Expand

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VishapinJan 8, 2023

Suprisingly good movie. For an IP buthered by sequel and weird mixups with Alien noone would have hope for yet another movie about Predator. Especially reboot as those often try to hijack the franchise for themselves while being mush worseSuprisingly good movie. For an IP buthered by sequel and weird mixups with Alien noone would have hope for yet another movie about Predator. Especially reboot as those often try to hijack the franchise for themselves while being mush worse than the original. Not here.
Prey even changed title to show that it is not just remaking the first movie, but taking it's very very general concept and doing somethind different with it. It isn't "female lead reboot" either, everything is changed here including place and timeframe, not just lead, even predator is not as it was. And for me it really works somehow. It is interesting, fightscenes are fun, cinematography is good. It's not perfect sadly, and being a reboot it's not strictly speaking original thus 8. But I can recommend it, which isn't something I was anticipating to do… Expand

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DeviltherobotAug 13, 2022

Solid action movie with some good gore and payoffs. The cinematography is also great. It is sad this was put on streaming for political reasons. Disney doesn't own the streaming rights if it goes to theaters so they put it on Hulu. ThisSolid action movie with some good gore and payoffs. The cinematography is also great. It is sad this was put on streaming for political reasons. Disney doesn't own the streaming rights if it goes to theaters so they put it on Hulu. This deserved a theatrical release.… Expand

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PtipanaAug 21, 2022

it is a fine movie to watch I recommend you guys to watch it...............

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HellHoleHorrorNov 3, 2022

This is the best sequel to Predator (1987) since Predator 2 (1990) but that isn’t a great compliment. There are some truly outstanding and excellent moments and this is an original take on the idea. There are also plenty of ridiculous momentsThis is the best sequel to Predator (1987) since Predator 2 (1990) but that isn’t a great compliment. There are some truly outstanding and excellent moments and this is an original take on the idea. There are also plenty of ridiculous moments that you have to suffer through. The whole stupid CGI animal bits are painful. You think the predator is going to attack but it’s just a silly animal and this happens more than once. The worst bit was balancing on the tree opposite a CGI lion or whatever it was. Painful and silly. But the chaos of the predator battling with humans in the mass brawl scene is excellent. Overall I loved the concept but the pacing and silliness drag down what could have been much more entertaining.… Expand

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DarkwingSchmuckJul 27, 2023

35 years after the release of the original Predator, we are finally given a quality sequel with Prey. Prey is a tightly crafted action film that forgoes all of the fluff and gets right to good stuff, while lead actress Amber Midthunder gives35 years after the release of the original Predator, we are finally given a quality sequel with Prey. Prey is a tightly crafted action film that forgoes all of the fluff and gets right to good stuff, while lead actress Amber Midthunder gives a rock-solid performance -- she manages the fine line of taking the material seriously, while also keeping its sense of fun.… Expand

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AlliDoisWatchTvAug 8, 2022

Alot of fake reviews so heres my fake review to even out the bad ones. Heard this was a good movie, havent seen it yet but i will watch soon. Update: just watched and wow i was right to give this a 10/10. I LOVED IT! and you will too!

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liamexeAug 13, 2022

Predator hunting in the 1700s is a very fascinating concept, but it fails because Hollywood insists we all want female protagonists. Next, I want to see Predator battle Maximus in the Roman Gladiator era or combat cyborgs in the future.

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RIVERPLATE14Jul 27, 2023

One of the best Predator movies since the original.We need more Predator movies like Prey.

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DolphinReviewsAug 23, 2022

I enjoyed watching the movie. It's decent but slightly better than mediocre.

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GumdropAug 21, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's an enjoyable enough sci-fi, horror. I enjoyed seeing a different Predator in the feral Predator. I see people complaining about the little Comanche girl beating the big monster and sure it's implausable and all but we seem to be forgetting it's science FICTION. Let's be honest here. There's just no way any of the humans in the past movies should have been able to beat an alien with advanced tech. If it were more accurate the movies would have all been 5 minutes long with everyone dead. And I believe that's the point here. Instead of the usual brute force, hail of bullets beating it, it's wit, skill and intelligence that does. I found it to be a fresh take. And yes, the whole movie is a fresh, new perspective. Let's be honest here. How many more times could we sit through the same played out premise?
The feral Predator is one of my favourite of the Yautja so far. The movie has some great visuals. I enjoyed it, mostly. I just found that it took a bit too long to get where it was going. But I suspect that was more on my part than the movie. I went in expecting the usual Predator movie. Where the action kicks off early and keeps going. This is more sedate, until the end and then it really delivers.

It's a decent movie to watch but if you're going in expecting the usual Predator you'll likely be disappointed. If you can watch it on it's own merit and ignore that the protagonist is a little Comanche girl then you'll likely enjoy it. Otherwise, this movie probably isn't for you.… Expand

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Dandalf-de-greyAug 14, 2022

Next to the original this is probably my favorite Predator movie. In many ways reminded me of the original. Acting was very good, the story and plot was superb and the whole thing worked really well.

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awd5045Aug 21, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. great movie ! nice level of action, character development and views of the great plains . For everyone saying the movie's main character isn't a realistic character to beat the predator... think about what your even saying : it isn't realistic for ANYONE to beat an over 7 foot alien with metal blades protruding from their hands. Quit being so sensitive to the fact that the hero isn't a typical one and learn to enjoy the movie for what it is without so much misogyny and sensitivity… Expand

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SahekAug 25, 2022

"Prey" is the beautiful example of prequel which expands the story of the previous parts, closes plot holes, and at the same time does not lose its fullness and interesting story, this is a film that the franchise needed for many years. There"Prey" is the beautiful example of prequel which expands the story of the previous parts, closes plot holes, and at the same time does not lose its fullness and interesting story, this is a film that the franchise needed for many years. There is no feminism if the main character in the plot was a man in the story, nothing would have changed at all, don't believe the reviews that talk about the propaganda of feminism. Also there an excellent story that keeps you in suspense until the epilogue, I have to give my respect to the director of the film, the plan that the main character came up with to defeat the alien predator is simply brilliant, the last fight is even more epic than the fight between Schwarzenegger and the predator, this is the best fight with a predator that I have seen in movies about a predator, like all history in general.
It's hard for me to imagine a predator movie better than this one, it's one of the best movies I've ever seen, so I'm not afraid to give it the maximum rating.

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jocesanchAug 28, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the gore and the graphics of the movie and the beautiful color and scenery. I love the choreography of the movie. You can enjoy the movie even without audio. The fight scenes are amazing as well as the build up. The acting is really good as well.… Expand

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foundfootageAug 29, 2022

This movie was great, a lot of the reviews on here are people hating it because it was "woke". The scenery was beautiful, the script was OK, the characters cool but not amazing. Where it shined was trying something different by introducingThis movie was great, a lot of the reviews on here are people hating it because it was "woke". The scenery was beautiful, the script was OK, the characters cool but not amazing. Where it shined was trying something different by introducing the predator to an older time, weaving in the Native American culture and creating unique and memorable action sequences because of it. Is it unbelievable at times? Yes. Are most action movies unbelievable at times? Yes. It's just much easier to believe it's real when it's a white man doing the action.… Expand

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TidalSep 24, 2022

a first-rate thriller from start to finish. very well acted and written, beautifully shot and with a good action pace. a truly Predator movie, second only to the first installment. ignore the snowflake incels, they’re spending too much timea first-rate thriller from start to finish. very well acted and written, beautifully shot and with a good action pace. a truly Predator movie, second only to the first installment. ignore the snowflake incels, they’re spending too much time whining over their fragile masculinities and small weenies. the critics and most of the audience are right: it’s a must see. I wish it had been released on theaters.… Expand

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Mcritic9Sep 8, 2022

Terrible acting, nobody learn history these days. The actors act like they are in modern society. This is native american culture - terrible adaptation on it. The main women character is awful. They should watch Apocalipto by Mel Gibson andTerrible acting, nobody learn history these days. The actors act like they are in modern society. This is native american culture - terrible adaptation on it. The main women character is awful. They should watch Apocalipto by Mel Gibson and learn from it. Soo much potential and wasted.… Expand

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NotTolkienSep 9, 2022

This show is just too far removed from the Predator franchise. Alien with advanced technology that forgets how to use it. The CGI was sub-par, acting was mediocre at best. The plot left a lot to be desired.

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faykeymaelSep 24, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I learned an important lesson from this movie. I suspected that all men were evil and stupid no matter the race, but what I learned is that not only is this true, but white men are double evil and double stupid. What a cinematic masterpiece.… Expand

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Prometheus0070Jan 31, 2023

They did a really good job. Sets an interesting background to the Predator stories. At first I wondered why the aliens were so advanced, but, realized their tech has probably been past ours for awhile.

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det0nSep 2, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unfortunately, the movie is pretty bad. It's a shame because of the solid casting. After Predator 2, I always wanted them to make more sequels, but as the sequels came, I regretted wanting to because each sequel was worse than the last. Even though it's bad, Prey is still better than The Predator, because that one is really terrible and it's hard for anyone to make a worse movie even if they tried. The Prey story is nothing special, a simple story about a girl who wants to become a hunter and equal to men. It leans a bit towards modern feminism and how she is always right and can do everything herself, better than men. Even if we ignore that, everything else in the movie is very bad. The CGI animals are a disaster, it's hard for me to describe how hard it was for me to watch the super agility of the ninja wild cat and bear, who like a wrestler, brags about his victory. The character development is very poor and we get from a wannabe hunter who can barely handle a skinny male hunter to a fearless warrior who can handle a giant alien with advanced technology in one day. From a slow and scared girl who supposed to be the best tracker, because she has a dog that follows tracks well, to a parkour professional in one day. She tied the tomahawk to the rope and immediately mastered the technique of this "advanced" weapon, catching the tomahawk perfectly every time she pulled it towards her. With his 45 kilograms, she goes into a fist fight with the Predator, something that not even the professional group of soldiers dared to do in the first Predator movie. Not only that, but she quickly figured out how the Predator's gear worked, and uses a magical and almighty medicine to hide from him. At the end she uses the Predator mask to kill him by setting a trap for him, because she knows that the Predator mask works on auto mode and kills anyone with a weapon, lol
I really wanted to like the movie, and regardless of certain things I noticed in the trailers, I kept an open mind and watched the movie wanting to relax and have fun, but this overdoing and forcing certain things didn't help my brain to remain switched off
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yoshi594Sep 1, 2022

it's a decent movie, but that's cos expectations were very low from the last predator movie. The first half is pretty much her being told she's not good enough to hunt and her role as a female. 2nd half is actually pretty cool with theit's a decent movie, but that's cos expectations were very low from the last predator movie. The first half is pretty much her being told she's not good enough to hunt and her role as a female. 2nd half is actually pretty cool with the predator doing it's thing.

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greenisgoodAug 9, 2023

TL;DR - Prey reignited the excitement I had for the predator franchise before Shane black got his hands on it.

Even with a clearly lower budget and some shaky CGI, the very contained and intimate story drops of all the pop culture feel onTL;DR - Prey reignited the excitement I had for the predator franchise before Shane black got his hands on it.

Even with a clearly lower budget and some shaky CGI, the very contained and intimate story drops of all the pop culture feel on the Predator and takes it back to the thrill of the 'Hunted becoming the Hunter' aspect of the franchise.

The Good

Praise the high heavens, this was not a woke film even if it has a female lead.

Naru's gender is just an aspect of the story, her own brother supports her wish to be a hunter and pass the Comanche proving ritual. It's just that she was taught to be a healer as women of the tribe have been.

Naru just wants to be more, and she is bad at being a hunter in the beginning we spend some time watching her fail a few times, it made us connect with Amber more in the film.

There is no forced scene of feminism vs the patriarchy, or the excellent amazing female warrior who is not getting a chance because some old Man does not give her a chance cus she has different organs on her body, none of that nonsense.

The 'going against the norm' motivation is presented once at the start and then moves on understanding that the information has been given to you and need not be shoved in your face and down your throat again and again.

This was a movie of family and a bond between a pet and a human having to survive against the odds of a very serious and dangerous threat, the small nature of the story really works here.

The gore was perfect, the Predator had some fun weapons, as the movie is set in 1700's he used downgraded versions of the 90's predator weapons which was an absolute fun watch. He slices, dices, pounds, decapitates it was friggin amazing.

One aspect of the Prey film taken from Shane's The Predator movie is that there is a group in the movie that are aware of the Predator presence.

They do not know what it is just that there is something unnatural hunting and try to catch the Predator leading to one of the most ruthless action scene in the movie where the Predator fcks everyone up in imaginative ways with the aforementioned fun weapons he uses.

There were some unique story beats that stand apart from the original films, the terrain and Naru's knowledge of the forest really play a part in the final confrontation.

This was such a refreshing watch to see a female lead in 2022 to have to learn how to deal with a threat rather than just being magically better at everything. I was right there with Naru/Amber every second rooting for her, feeling her desperation, watching her slowly get better at being the Hunter after repeated confrontations, and watching the predator slowly get broken down with every next hunt.

One of the best scenes is the movie involve some of the most dodgy CGI in the movie is of a bear vs the predator. I love it even with noticeably bad CGI.

I love that what I always feel about CGI applies here, that even if you don't have the biggest budget for photorealism, using your SFX in imaginative ways will always work.

The cinematography for the film was amazing, getting in some great locations, good lighting, Dan did a great job with what he was given and I will definitely be keeping an eye on his work in the future.

The Bad

The biggest problem I have with this film was why was this released on streaming, this movie needed to be released on the big screen.

There was some dodgy CGI which kind of explains the release on Hulu decision, but the CGI is used in creative ways and does not really affect the movie that much.

Unfortunately even if the movie is not a 'Woke' movie, the limited marketing and trailer make it feel like that, I hope people give it a chance regardless of the stupid marketing decision.

Conclusion

I had no hope for this movie, Shane's work broke me and Predators 2010 was my fall back for a watchable sequel other than the first 2 original legendary ones.

Prey is now on my list for a great follow up to the Predator franchise re-invigorating my love for the Yautja lore and hope for more of these types of projects in the future.… Expand

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bronn_43Aug 13, 2023

Pleasant surprise after super-trashy The Predator of 2018. May be not without flaws, but decent enough, well filmed, main character is solid enough again and pleasant to watch, and all together this film shows some respect to the PredatorsPleasant surprise after super-trashy The Predator of 2018. May be not without flaws, but decent enough, well filmed, main character is solid enough again and pleasant to watch, and all together this film shows some respect to the Predators Universe, fans and lore, which becomes a rarity these days .… Expand

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JLauAug 23, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Basically the plot of Mulan is given the setting of Pocahontas as the main character fights back against gender roles, whilst also fighting back against an actual predator.… Expand

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M7AMDJun 4, 2023

If not for the review score i wouldn't have watched this movie, this is really dumb like the female protagonist was unrealistically more powerful than the predator and all men lost the fight with the predator except her some small teenageIf not for the review score i wouldn't have watched this movie, this is really dumb like the female protagonist was unrealistically more powerful than the predator and all men lost the fight with the predator except her some small teenage girl was able to cut and maneuver the predator!!! Or eating some flowers and the predator cant detect her body temperature!!! LOL

the direction was great but everything else was too dull like the conversation and story and characters.

So do not believe the hype this is just another letdown for the franchise, just watch the one with Arnold and forget about this one its a waste of time.… Expand

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Oceanus_VIJun 21, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well it's a Predator movie so there isn't really that much to explain. One difference with this latest entry is the fact there aren't two different tribes of Predators runnin' around. This time we're going back to the original in terms of plot and tone (although they said that about 'Predators'). This time it's Predator versus primal man...woman...girl. This time it's back to booby traps, mud, and hunting. This time it's a Predator versus a Native American girl, yup, welcome to 2023.

Anyway the main crux (or carrot) for this entry is the fact it's a Predator vs. Native Americans. To be honest this sounds like the perfect idea for a Dark Horse graphic novel series for sure, but a full-blown movie? I just find it cheesy because you can swap out the Indians and use ANY period warriors and it would be exactly the same. Predator vs. Vikings. Predator vs. Knights. Predator vs. Samurai. Predator vs. Spartans. Predator vs. Mongols etc...The list goes and every idea would literally be the same albeit the locations obviously.

And here lies the problem, this movie isn't actually very original at all and once again pales in comparison to both the 1987 original AND the 1991 sequel (I said what I said). The plot is completely predictable naturally. The young female (with an awkward American accent) wants to be a warrior but the rest of the tribe poo poo this idea (present-day social commentary!), so she has to prove herself. At first she fails but after much perseverance and the arrival of a Predator she manages to do just that. Along the way we get various callbacks to the original including dialog, shots, and scenes. The main difference is this is a prequel so the Predator is using dated tech and for some reason looks completely different...again.

But yeah I wasn't really impressed here. The movie is surprisingly dark so you actually don't see that much gore. I get that they tried to make it look natural with natural light in the wilderness and adding to the suspense factor, but it didn't work for me. The movie wasn't suspenseful and I couldn't see a great deal because a lot happens at night. There is gore but it's almost entirely CGI which is just pathetic I'm sorry. This is why older flicks are so much better, real blood effects, practical effects, squibs etc...This is why Paul Verhoeven movies are so God damn epic. You don't ever really see the Predator's face that well again because much is set at night, and I didn't really like the new design. His mouth is HUGE! Takes up half his face and his eyes are almost on either side of his face! Didn't like the bone-esque looking mask either. Couldn't really see how it stayed on his face to be honest.

I also didn't like seeing all these wild animals getting killed frankly, kinda depressing. I get the gist of the Predator obviously but I really don't see why he would be killing wolves or snakes (I get the bear). The Predator is an intelligent species, it can tell the difference between another creature being a threat and another creature merely hunting for its own survival, right? So why would it kill these animals unless they actually attacked him, especially creatures that are so small. I mean, does the Predator have to kill every flippin' predator species it comes across in order to prove itself or conquer that particular planet??

Around the halfway mark a load of French voyageurs turn up because of course they do. Naturally these guys all turn out to be a really nasty bunch of White guys (of course) and cannon fodder for the Predator. At first it seems like there's only a handful of them but as the Predator starts wiping them out their number seems to grow rapidly (cannon fodder required for action sequences as there aren't many Natives and the Natives are of course goodies). Once again the visuals are disappointing because you don't actually see any of the kills and all the blood is CLEARLY CGI. It's also around this point where our female protagonist turns out to be a martial artist of sorts and is able to take out multiple grown men at the same time...ugh!!

So yeah...overall this was a mixed bag for me. In general the visuals are nice with some lovely atmospheric location shots. The Natives all look and sound authentic as do the French men whilst the Predator certainly sounds good and comes with those nice infrared optics. Alas the movie is packed with terrible CGI, bad acting, dim visuals at key moments, and the Predator doesn't look as good as it should. They keep changing the look but the original simply cannot be beaten so why try? The real issue here is the movie is simply another retread of the same old formula but merely with Native Americans. They have to move this franchise forward, maybe into space? Maybe onto the Predator home world? They cannot keep doing the same thing over and over geez!… Expand

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TlatoaniDazAug 28, 2022

The funniest part is when she is given the flint lock pistol that is awarded to another character in the future, meaning the predators came back and destroyed her tribe anyway lol.

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TristanHemlockNov 1, 2022

Better than The Predator which isn't saying much, but still nowhere near the quality in all senses of Predator 1 and 2.

Had Naru fought any of the previous Predators in the previous she would've had zero chances, with Native-American magicalBetter than The Predator which isn't saying much, but still nowhere near the quality in all senses of Predator 1 and 2.

Had Naru fought any of the previous Predators in the previous she would've had zero chances, with Native-American magical medicine or not. She was given a far inferior Predator to fight, inferior in technology, physical capabilities, and intelligence. This movie was rigged from the start, and it has almost zero character development. You only know why Naru wants to be a hunter, but other than that there's really nothing else to know about her.

Dutch from the first movie he started out cocky and confident because he was special forces and had a team he knew very well backing him up. And by the end of the movie you can see in his face how much that ordeal had changed him, and you can see the pain in his eyes of the loss of his team and friends. Naru seemed like an outcast in her own tribe and even though she loses one of the two people that show any concern for her, she still manages to smile in the end as if she felt nothing and only her goals mattered.

The movie starts a little slow, increases in pace and becomes actually interesting, but it loses at the finish line. This could've been a worthy sucessor to Predator 2, and even explained one specific scene. But all the opportunities are lost, leaving you with a good enough movie to pass the time, but nowhere a sequel to the first two movies. In my opinion even Predators was better than Prey.… Expand

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ChrisNortonAug 7, 2023

Sort of an origin reboot of the Predator series and an original take set in the Northern Great Plains in 1719. Best complete Predator movie since the original. This one follows the evolution of a Comanche warrior (Naru) within her tribe.Sort of an origin reboot of the Predator series and an original take set in the Northern Great Plains in 1719. Best complete Predator movie since the original. This one follows the evolution of a Comanche warrior (Naru) within her tribe. Along with her on the adventure is her awesome dog sidekick as they track and are hunted by the Predator who has landed on earth for the thrill of hunting all animals, not just humans. The story and narrative pacing moves very well and there are fun period twists and introductions of new characters and side quests and storylines. Great Easter eggs and dialogue odes from the original two movies as well. In some instances the movie is let down visually by subpar visual effects and action choreography but overall does not take much away from its enjoyment - you're able to bend a little as an audience. Fun quick watch with a great climax, hoping it reinvigorates the Predator franchise.

Setting, Conflict, Character, Dialogue, Theme, Plot, and Climax: B

Audience Engagement (do you feel runtime): No

Top Genres - Action, Adventure, Sci Fi Thriller Fiction/Nonfiction - Fiction Runtime - 1:39

Genre(s) rating -Action: 8 -Adventure: 7 -Sci Fi: 6

Genre Average Score: 7 Directing: 7 Cinematography/lighting: 8 Story/Narrative: 8 Structure: 8 Dialogue: 7 Score(music): 9 Editing: 7 Acting: 7 Characterization: 7 Mise en Scène/Visual Design: 7 Visual Effects: 5 Costumes/Makeup: 6 Lasting Impact: 6 Originality: 9

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