It's astonishing to see the acting of Brody, he deserves an Oscar for his role as Royce more than he did in "The Pianist" as Szpilman. Rest of the cast did very well too, they perfectly fill in their boots as group of elite warriors. It would be fair to say that compared to the original Predator movie, this movie exceeds in the acting department.Next comes the story line, it's pretty much based on "The Most Dangerous Game", the story itself is well written and not rushed, it takes time to unfold events, and ample time is given to develop characters. There is really a fear and eerie feeling in the story, and we don't get to see the hunters very often, which adds more thrill and suspense to the story; just like the original flick. To me an unseen threat is more scarier than seeing the perpetrator every minute.The music is tense, almost reminiscent of Alan Silversti score in the original. Good thing here is that it's not overdone, and the drum beats are used rightfully when the situation demands it to. Really nice work by the composer.As for CGI, it's very minimal and not overdone as well, although not same as the original which is understandable since a lot of progress have been made in graphics department since 80's, take Avatar for example.I also want to talk little bit about violence and rating of the movie, it's also not very frequent we get to see spine ripped off and people chopped into half by laser guns these days, had crafty cuts to the movie not been made, this flick could very well been awarded an NC-17 rating.Last but not the least, this flick is an instance of how a good movie can be made on a small budget, you don't require big budget for your movie to please audiences, you just need to have a vision thing to make pleasurable flicks for them. Kudos goes to Nimród Antal & Robert Rodriguez for such a great effort.Final score:-Direction: 10/10 Acting: 10/10 Music: 10/10 Story line: 8/10

Adrian Brody brings to all his movies cause every time you expect something stupid to happen his character does the opposite. He does what you'd expect someone in his situation to do.They are special forces commandos surely they would conserve ammo and not blow it all on the first thing that twitches?... CheckAlice Braga's character tells them how to hide from the predators why aren't they all running around covered in mud?... Check a bit late though Running head first into really obvious traps?... CheckUltimate Hardass comes to help them risking his own neck purely out of the goodness of his heart?... CheckIt's this intelligent directing that really sold the movie for me. It draws you in. You start putting yourself in their shoes thinking "what would I do in that situation? How could you possibly overcome such a formidable enemy?" This really made all the difference for me anyway.My only real criticism is that the doctor's plot line was a a little cliché at the end. It's a combat unit and he's the medic it doesn't need any more explanation. I didn't agree he was out of place. That and the jungle could of looked a fraction more "Alieny". Pretty Minor stuff really.I honestly can't remember the last time I've seen an action movie this engaging.Let's hope it sets a trend for the future.Now if only there was a 3D version.Edit: Most of the criticism's of this movie seem to be people who go into a movie titled "PREDATORS" and expect something else. Of course it's a guy movie. Of course it keeps a lot of the old Predator themes.

it's obvious.And in one thing, Predators is stronger even than the Arnie-driven original.And that's the development.And for such a movie-a hunting movie, that's very hard.Gamer is a good example of movie, where you just don't give a ... about the characters.And honestly, Predator had an issue of itself, as well.And that i find very good for the installment.I liked the intensity of the situation as well.I don't know, if it is because i saw the original on tape, but i just was'n feeling it.But this one-i saw it at a small pre-premiere theatre, where one is able to hear even the crew shooting the movie : And when you hear each and every single footstep, more or less, you stand on the edge of your seat, waiting something to happen.That's why i found it so intense.Another thing i liked was the Laurence Fishbourne cameo, eclipsed only by the Bill Murray cameo in Zombieland, in recent memory.It was cool, claustrophobic and a little bit crazy, but a needed step into making the movie fresh enough and breaking the atmosphere.The other were fun to watch as well-Rodriguez's favourite, Danny Trejo, was interesting as ever, although, the little on-screen time for him.The others did a fine job as well, especially Alice Braga and the "unsure" Topher Grace.Another visually good thing were the flora and fauna at the planet.The special effects were OK, and the predators looked very convincing, and most important, faster than before, although their on-screen time is measurable to Danny Trejo's.The hounds were something cool and new, seeing the movie needed something like this, to pull itself out from the original.All in all, Robert Rodriguez made an incredibly refreshing movie, memorable and Nimrod Antal shoot it perfectly.Seeing Predator 2 very recently, i think this movie is way better than it's predecessor.I'm giving it the full note, and i'll see it again with some friends very soon! My grade-10/10

Arnold Schwarzenegger besides that it was amazing the horror and gore is finally back to the predator franchise. Predators made avp and avpr look like a bad Nintendo 64 video game, don't get me wrong avp and avpr are OK movies if you are a teen or have never seen the first two predator or alien movies but if you are a fan of the original predator movie or alien movie your mind can't imagine a pg-13 predator movie or alien movie, Predators didn't tailor or edit the movie for a teenager crowed or church group like avp did, Robert Rodriguez and Nimrod Antal took the concept of the original 2 movies and made predators similar to John Mctiernan's predator movie but its not remake or a copy its not even a sequel its more of a refresh to the franchise and to show new environments and situations for the audience to experience. the idea for predators to kidnap the deadliest humans on earth and bring them to their planet to hunt was genius so all in all i give predators 9 out 10. p.s this is a very gory frightening movie i wouldn't recommend bringing any body under 17 to see this movie with out them knowing it is rated R for strong creature violence,gore,and pervasive language

where also cool characters and Fishbourned cameo was fun, although you can tell his role was meant to be a cameo for Arnold.The creatures worked when I was worried they would have been a bit cheesy, but the hunter aspect came into play.I think a lot of the scenes were good just because they reminded you of the original Which I'm not sure is that good a reason. There are a few nods for die hard fans, especially a creature that was the original Predator design.I can't decide whether or not I like this more than Predator 2, it doesn't surpass the original but it's head and shoulders above the two horrible AvP films that's not hard . Now Predator is a Trilogy and honestly as Sci-fi/Action trilogies go it's probably one of the best.

good as the first time," but still a very well-crafted film.

more could have been expected. It's an old concept The Most Dangerous Game, with hunted humans , but Predators does a good job with it. The acting is great, the lines are not successive groan-worthy quips, the cinematography is delicious, and the soundtrack is fantastic segments of the original with new score! . Again, the overall plot isn't new, but at least it's not stupid. The characters behave in a realistic manner, and I wasn't plagued by the "why-didn't-they-just-do_____?" question for the entire movie.Frankly, if you read a review from someone with a rating lower than five, they're just not being fair. Predators AT LEAST deserved to be watched and appreciated for what it offers.

action/thriller should watch this movie. It was worth the 9 dollars I spent and I wouldn't even mind watching it again in the theaters.I had been anticipating this movie for over a year and my prayers were answered. Thank you Robert Rodriquez and Nimrod Antal for not letting me down. This movie has absolutely rebooted the predator franchise and I can't wait to see what is in store for the future.GO WATCH THIS MOVIE.

keep on your mind while the characters try to avoid falling prey to the Predators. Additionally,I really enjoy Adrien Brody in any role he is in, and his venture into the sci-fi action scene is no exception. After having seen this film and Splice I cant wait to see what he does next, I like seeing the added range of an already proved actor.Now having said all this, the film isn't without its disappointments, I feel the film needed to spend a little time explaining how our characters got to this reserve planet. Further, the "Most Dangerous Game" theme has worn a little on me and I feel with the actors involved they could have added an additional thoughtful theme to lift this movie from B-movie fun to a complete more thought provoking film.Bottom line: Predators is a very well made film, with likable characters and plenty of blood splattering fun. Just don't expect too anything too profound in way of plot or theme. But seriously, you are seeing a Predator movie, so I doubt you're expecting that.