If you’re a huge fan of Sc-iFi or just a fan of Schwarzenegger, you’ve probably seen a movie called Predator. This was what  a great action movie is all about; sitting down and watching it on a day when you don’t want to do any thinking. There were extremely ripped guys, like Arrrnold, huge guns, lots of explosions, and of course a man-hunting alien. This alien was no pushover mind you. He took out tons of highly trained U.S. operatives before finally being taken down by Arnold himself in the film’s climax.  Now, how can a film like this spawn a sequel you ask?…well it did…several. While Predator 2 got some things right,  they messed up a few essential parts. The action was not as fun and the guys didn’t eat steroids for breakfast, lunch and dinner, which is what I want to see. Then there were all those AVP shenanigans, which I’m not even going to get into.

So, why am I saying all this? Well, Sin City and Planet Terror director Robert Rodriguez, is preparing to give the Predator franchise a face lift. According to Comingsoon.net, he plans on shooting a “reboot” film titled Predators, after he finishes a few other projects;  hopefully before  Sin City 2, for the love of god! Though that might still be up in the air due to the  July 7, 2010 release date already annouced by 20th Century Fox. Either way I am really excited from this news. Rodriguez knows how to present over the top action, but not make it TITF (taking it too far). He has done excellent work with bloody, puss-oozing zombies and vampires, and should do wonders with this  franchise comprised of disgusting aliens. I can’t wait until more details have been leaked about this. Stay tuned to The Movie Mash for updates.

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