Depredador

This movie is an absolute classic. This is the machoist movie ever made. Schwarzenegger in his prime, Carl Weathers, Jesse "The Body" Ventura and Bill Duke--I don't think the line up could have been any better except if they added Sly Stallone.

"Predator" is one of the rare movies from the 80's that I can watch again and again and not feel as though it's dated. The action was great, the lines were memorable and the predator was a beast.

"Predator" was a fresh addition to the action movie genre. No fighting gangs, or terrorists, or enemy nations--this was the toughest of the extraterrestrials versus the toughest on Earth. Man they don't make 'em like this anymore.

Predator, released in 1987, remains an iconic movie that has withstood the test of time, and for good reason. It is a true contemporary classic that effortlessly combines action, horror, suspense, and science fiction elements to deliver an exhilarating and unforgettable cinematic experience.

From the beginning, the movie grabs your attention with its intense and atmospheric setting in the dense jungles of Central America. The plot revolves around a group of highly skilled soldiers, played by a talented ensemble cast including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, and Jesse Ventura, who find themselves being hunted down by an extraterrestrial creature known as the Predator. The tension and excitement build up as the soldiers try to outwit and survive this deadly adversary.

One of the movie's greatest strengths lies in its ability to create a palpable sense of fear and suspense. The anticipation and the unknown nature of the Predator generate an air of uncertainty that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The masterful direction by John McTiernan, coupled with the excellent cinematography and gripping musical score, adds to the overall intensity and contributes to the movie's success.

The visual effects of Predator are nothing short of remarkable. The Predator itself, with its iconic design and thermal vision, has become an instantly recognizable symbol in science fiction and horror. The practical effects make the action sequences thrilling and believable and it was all done without CGI.

Beyond the action and suspense, Predator also offers thought-provoking themes and interesting character dynamics. The movie explores the nature of warfare, masculinity, and the human survival instinct. It delves into the psychological toll of combat and the lengths individuals will go to protect their comrades. This added layer of depth elevates Predator above your typical action movie, making it a memorable and enduring piece of cinema.

As for the performances, Arnold Schwarzenegger shines as the tough and tenacious leader, bringing his indomitable presence and charisma to the screen. The chemistry among the cast members is evident, creating a sense of camaraderie essential to the movie's success.

In conclusion, Predator is a timeless action masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences even after decades since its release. Its thrilling storyline, intense action sequences, groundbreaking visual effects, and compelling themes make it a must-watch for any fan of the genre. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the movie, Predator is an exhilarating journey that should not be missed.

One of the classic sci-fi movies and one of the most entertaining action movies ever made. Certainly one of the best Arnold movies, along with Terminator 1 and 2. Mix a simple but effective story, one cool alien, well directed action scenes, Arnold kicking ass and you get an top notch action movie. Sure, there are some exaggerated macho performances, but John knows how to do it with style.

So if you're a young (but not too young) movie viewer who haven't yet seen Predator, be sure to do so to get a sample of action 80's style with Arnold at his peak.

Rating: 8/10

Predator is the perfect blend of 80's action and slasher style sci fi horror. Although it was coined "alien in the jungle" when the script was first floating around, Predator exceeded expectations and cemented itself as a sci-fi titan. Arguably Arnold's best role. The cast had outstanding chemistry and the characters traits and personalities were developed well through the action and what dialogue was there. Special nods to Carl Weathers, Bill Duke, and Jesse Ventura. Very well paced film and some of the best one liners of all time. Pairs together great with the explosive action and gruesome kills. The practical effects still hold up to this day, and the predator costume/design (RIP to the late Kevin Peter Hall who gave us an especially great predator performance) are ahead of it's time. An 80's sci fi gem and truly one of my favorite movies to watch, thank you to everyone who helped make this movie possible.

One of Arnold´s best movies. Here he plays the leader for an elite army-unit who is given a mission to rescue south-american officials from left-wing terrorists in a south-american jungle. On their way to the terrorist compound one of the men sense something in the trees and they discover skinned corpses. What they don´t know is that an invisible alien creature is pursuing them. It has come to earth just to hunt for sport and Arnolds group makes a perfect target. The team reaches the terrorist´s camp and levels it to the ground in a very well filmed action-sequence. However they don´t manage to save the officials. When they return to rendez-vouz with the helicopter they are being hunted of the Predator who picks them off one by one. The Predator is a very well done film which catches you from the start. The location-filming is brilliant and so is the casting of tough characters in Arnolds team. I´m specially fond of Jesse Ventura. The script is un-pretentious and straight told. The monster is a kind of Rambo-Alien. Very awesome and very intelligent with the seven foot Kevin Peter Hall in the monster make-up. As always in Arnold´s films, the action scenes are of highest class. I consider this a winner and ranks it: 7 of 10.