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4 days ago
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Not to be dramatic, but the new 'Predator: Badlands' trailer just soft-launched the 'Alien' crossover I was secretly hoping for
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. It's safe to say I'm officially eating my words. Back in April, when the first trailer for 'Predator: Badlands' dropped, I shared my concerns about a crossover happening too soon and how both franchises needed to find solid ground on their own before colliding again. Part of me still stands by that, but after seeing the new trailer, I can't help but really root for it now. 'Predator: Badlands' is one of my most anticipated releases of the year. The latest trailer is so epic I've watched it more than three times on my TV and even dragged my dad in front of the screen just so he could experience it too. Like the first teaser, it's packed with 'Alien' references, only this time, there are even more thrown into the mix. The trailer reveals an unexpected bond forming between Thia, Elle Fanning's upbeat android, and a lone Yautja warrior exiled from his people. Early on, we see what appears to be a version of Thia being rebooted, though it may not actually be her. This android has different facial markings, which raises the possibility that Fanning is playing a second synthetic entirely (and it's been confirmed by Empire Magazine). Created by Weyland-Yutani's bio-weapons division, Thia quickly proves she's more than capable of fighting. At one point, she's seen tearing through a monstrous enemy with ease. But there's a catch. Thia is literally ripped in two. From that moment on, the Yautja carries her damaged body like a backpack as he continues his mission to hunt what's ominously described as 'a creature that can't be killed.' There's plenty of action, too. Near the end, we get one of the most exciting moments yet. A towering mech stomps into frame clearly designed to take on one of the planet's massive predators. It's a clear visual call-back to the iconic 'Aliens' power loader. Adding to the mystery, we also see what appears to be a Weyland outpost hidden deep in the terrain, swarming with armed androids. It still feels very much like a 'Predator' movie. The young Yautja, Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi), is clearly the main focus, with the story revolving around his treacherous quest to find the ultimate adversary. It's a refreshing take, and I genuinely can't wait. Now I am completely sold 'Alien' has always been my favorite franchise of all time, so naturally, seeing hints of it in 'Predator: Badlands' amps up my excitement for what's to come. But I'm also a huge fan of 'Predator,' and after the success of 'Prey' and 'Killer of Killers,' my confidence in the upcoming movie is sky-high. These recent entries have shown the franchise can evolve and deliver fresh, exciting stories without losing what makes it special. The new 'Predator: Badlands' trailer hooked me not just because of the action and Easter eggs, but because it hints at a deeper, richer story that respects the legacies of both franchises. Adding to the buzz, fans are already speculating about a possible Predator appearance in the upcoming 'Alien: Earth' series. Notably, the term 'predatory' is used to describe the newly introduced alien species, which some viewers see as a subtle nod to the 'Predator' universe. A distinct clicking sound in the trailer has also been compared to the iconic noise made by Predators. Knowing both universes are officially connected again (and hopefully stay canon this time) genuinely has me eager for what lies ahead. I just need November to hurry up now. "Predator: Badlands" hits theaters on November 7, 2025. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button. More from Tom's Guide All 'Predator' movies ranked from best to worst How to watch the 'Predator' movies in order 'Predator: Killer of Killers' brings back the thrill of the hunt Solve the daily Crossword
Tom's Guide
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Not to be dramatic, but the new 'Predator: Badlands' trailer just soft-launched the 'Alien' crossover I was secretly hoping for
It's safe to say I'm officially eating my words. Back in April, when the first trailer for 'Predator: Badlands' dropped, I shared my concerns about a crossover happening too soon and how both franchises needed to find solid ground on their own before colliding again. Part of me still stands by that, but after seeing the new trailer, I can't help but really root for it now. 'Predator: Badlands' is one of my most anticipated releases of the year. The latest trailer is so epic I've watched it more than three times on my TV and even dragged my dad in front of the screen just so he could experience it too. Like the first teaser, it's packed with 'Alien' references, only this time, there are even more thrown into the mix. The trailer reveals an unexpected bond forming between Thia, Elle Fanning's upbeat android, and a lone Yautja warrior exiled from his people. Early on, we see what appears to be a version of Thia being rebooted, though it may not actually be her. This android has different facial markings, which raises the possibility that Fanning is playing a second synthetic entirely (and it's been confirmed by Empire Magazine). Created by Weyland-Yutani's bio-weapons division, Thia quickly proves she's more than capable of fighting. At one point, she's seen tearing through a monstrous enemy with ease. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. But there's a catch. Thia is literally ripped in two. From that moment on, the Yautja carries her damaged body like a backpack as he continues his mission to hunt what's ominously described as 'a creature that can't be killed.' There's plenty of action, too. Near the end, we get one of the most exciting moments yet. A towering mech stomps into frame clearly designed to take on one of the planet's massive predators. It's a clear visual call-back to the iconic 'Aliens' power loader. Adding to the mystery, we also see what appears to be a Weyland outpost hidden deep in the terrain, swarming with armed androids. It still feels very much like a 'Predator' movie. The young Yautja, Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi), is clearly the main focus, with the story revolving around his treacherous quest to find the ultimate adversary. It's a refreshing take, and I genuinely can't wait. 'Alien' has always been my favorite franchise of all time, so naturally, seeing hints of it in 'Predator: Badlands' amps up my excitement for what's to come. But I'm also a huge fan of 'Predator,' and after the success of 'Prey' and 'Killer of Killers,' my confidence in the upcoming movie is sky-high. These recent entries have shown the franchise can evolve and deliver fresh, exciting stories without losing what makes it special. The new 'Predator: Badlands' trailer hooked me not just because of the action and Easter eggs, but because it hints at a deeper, richer story that respects the legacies of both franchises. Adding to the buzz, fans are already speculating about a possible Predator appearance in the upcoming 'Alien: Earth' series. Notably, the term 'predatory' is used to describe the newly introduced alien species, which some viewers see as a subtle nod to the 'Predator' universe. A distinct clicking sound in the trailer has also been compared to the iconic noise made by Predators. Knowing both universes are officially connected again (and hopefully stay canon this time) genuinely has me eager for what lies ahead. I just need November to hurry up now. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Tom's Guide
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
5 best horror movie sequels to stream before seeing ‘28 Years Later' and ‘Megan 2.0' in theaters
Sequels are a tricky beast, and horror sequels are especially tough to get right. I could fill countless articles with all the truly terrible successors to brilliant horror flicks, but the list of worthwhile horror sequels is quite a lot shorter. This month sees '28 Years Later' and 'Megan 2.0' arrive in theaters, and so it seems like a fitting time to look back on the horror movie sequels that managed to thread a very precise needle, riffing on what worked previously while still managing to bring new ideas to the table. Before diving into my picks, I will just note a couple of ground rules. I kept myself to one sequel per franchise; otherwise, as an 'Alien' superfan, Xenomorphs would completely dominate this article. Also, inclusion on this list doesn't necessarily mean the sequel is better than the original. Rather, in my eyes, these sequels were worthy follow-ups rather than cheap cash-ins. So, with that housekeeping sorted, here are the best horror movie sequels and where you can stream them right now. Let's start with an inclusion that anybody who knows me would have seen coming a mile off, 'Aliens.' 'Alien' (1979) is my favorite movie of all time, and while 'Aliens' can't surpass it, director James Cameron makes the smart choice of not attempting to replicate the Xenomorph's first haunting appearance on the big screen. In some ways, 'Aliens' is the polar opposite of what came before it, but instead of feeling like a betrayal of its progenitor, it's a genius move. The claustrophobic scares of 'Alien' are stripped out for a more bombastic approach, which sees a squad of highly trained colonial marines square off against the eponymous big bad. But that's not to say all the fear is lost, even armed with flamethrowers and pulse rifles, the Xeno puts up one heck of a fight, and this time there's a whole horde of them on the hunt. Sigourney Weaver effortlessly slips back into the role of Ridley, and the thrilling climax is rightfully the stuff of cinematic legend. And we can't forget the numerous iconic lines either. Watch on Hulu now A reasonably common approach with horror sequels is to take the prequel route, and explain how the big bad that stalked the victims of the first movie came to be. It's a predictable option, but few have done it as well as the second chapter in Ti West's 'X' trilogy, 'Pearl.' We're introduced to 'Pearl' in 2022's 'X,' but the movie branded with her name explores her difficult adolescence and her unrealistic dreams of Hollywood stardom. The real draw of 'Pearl' is the towering performance of Mia Goth, who played the heroine in 'X', now cast as the villain of the piece. Pearl is a deeply tragic figure, tormented at home and yearning for a way to escape her small-town life. As the movie progresses, we see her slowly slip into insanity, before a spine-chilling finale that is wonderfully understated but so darn effective. It's a shame that the follow-up 'MaXXXine' brought the series to a weak end. Watch on HBO Max now The first 'Scream' is a whip-smart satire of the slasher genre that dominated horror in the 1980s, and just 12 months later, along came 'Scream 2,' this time to lampoon the formulaic nature of slasher sequels, which were also a staple of cinema in the decade prior. Yes, 'Scream 2' does rewalk much of the path laid down by its predecessor, but that's the point. Sequels are often repetitive by nature, and 'Scream 2' has great fun poking fun at that trend. What's always been so great about the 'Scream' series (well, aside from the undercooked 'Scream 3') is that it manages to walk the fine line between satire and genuinely being a gripping slasher mystery in its own right. This first sequel sees Sydney (Neve Campbell) head of college after surviving the Ghostface massacre of the first movie, but wouldn't you know it, the killings start up again, and Sydney has to reunite her old crew to unmask the murderer. Rushed into production, and with key plot details leaked ahead of time, it's pretty impressive that Wes Craven managed to deliver such a strong sequel. Watch on HBO Max now 'Dawn of the Dead' is pretty much the quintessential zombie movie. It's a genre touchstone that has served as one of the main sources of inspiration for the last 45 years of zombie media. I've seen people in the past wrongly label it George A. Romero's first foray into a dark world full of brain-munching zombies, but it's a sequel to 1968's 'Night of the Living Dead.' Granted, it's a sequel in tone and subject matter only, as no characters, settings, or events from 'Night of the Living Dead' are involved, so even as a standalone sequel, it counts for this list. It sees a group of survivors during a zombie outbreak hold up in a shopping center to escape the hordes, but once there, they face threats both inside and outside the mall. 'Dawn of the Dead' is so impactful not only because it's a blood-splattered experience, but because underneath the horror trappings, it reflects the dark side of human nature in a way that is arguably even more terrifying than any zombie apocalypse could ever be. Buy or rent on Prime Video now mow The above movies are all excellent follow-ups to also fantastic originals, but what makes 'Annabelle: Creation' such an interesting case of a strong sequel is that its predecessor was bad. No, like really bad. 2014's 'Annabelle' is a prime example of generic 2010s horror, a spin-off from 'The Conjuring' franchise that seemed designed as an exercise in raking in box office dollars rather than crafted with any creative passion. 'Annabelle: Creation' is the exact opposite. Much like 'Pearl,' it takes the prequel route and explores the creation of the titular creepy doll, and really manages to unnerve you with a supernatural story stuffed with psychological terror rather than just tacky jump scares (though it does have its share of moments designed to startle you). It also features a cast of young actors who all bring their A-game, including Talitha Bateman in the lead role of Janice. Watch on HBO Max now
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Bad and dangerous day for America': Trump blasts SC verdict on Venezuelan deportations
(File photo) The US Supreme Court has blocked President Donald Trump's effort to quickly resume deportations of Venezuelan migrants, dealing a fresh blow to his administration's immigration agenda. The justices ruled against the use of a rarely invoked 1798 wartime law, the Alien Enemies Act , which the Trump administration sought to apply to alleged members of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang . This law would have allowed the government to deport individuals without following the usual legal procedures. The court's decision came in a 7-2 vote on Friday, indefinitely halting the deportations from a detention centre in north Texas and sending the case back to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. The justices ruled that detainees must be given more time to legally challenge their removal, finding that the administration's notice period of roughly 24 hours was insufficient. The unsigned opinion stressed that the court was not deciding on the legality of using the Alien Enemies Act itself, only on the requirement for due process protections. Trump responded immediately on his Truth Social platform, blasting the decision. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He wrote, 'THE SUPREME COURT WON'T ALLOW US TO GET CRIMINALS OUT OF OUR COUNTRY!' He criticised the ruling, saying it prevents the forced removal of 'the worst murderers, drug dealers, gang members, and even those who are mentally insane, who came into our Country illegally.' According to Trump, the court's ruling 'will let more CRIMINALS pour into our Country, doing great harm to our cherished American public' and will encourage 'other criminals to illegally enter our Country, wreaking havoc and bedlam wherever they go.' He accused President Joe Biden of allowing 'MILLIONS of Criminal Aliens' to enter without any legal process and lamented that his own administration is now bound by 'a long and extended PROCESS' to deport them. Trump expressed appreciation for Justices Alito and Thomas, who dissented, thanking them for 'attempting to protect our Country,' but called the ruling 'a bad and dangerous day for America.' The Supreme Court's intervention follows a string of legal setbacks for the Trump administration's efforts to accelerate deportations. The government has labelled members of the Tren de Aragua gang as foreign terrorists and has sought to deport them rapidly under the Alien Enemies Act, bypassing normal immigration procedures. However, several federal judges have pushed back, ruling that the administration's use of the centuries-old law is improper. The court emphasised that national security concerns must be balanced with constitutional protections, recognising 'the necessity that such interests be pursued in a manner consistent with the Constitution.' The ruling makes clear that while the government can still pursue deportations, it must allow detainees reasonable time to contest their removal. This remains a complicated legal patchwork, with various courts issuing differing orders on how and when deportations under the law can proceed. Justices Alito and Thomas dissented, with Alito sharply criticising the majority for intervening without awaiting further review from lower courts. Justice Brett Kavanaugh agreed with the majority but expressed a preference for a quicker, definitive ruling from the Supreme Court rather than sending the case back to the appeals court.
