Title: Predator 2
Release Year: 1990 (Movie), 2004-09-12 (DVD Release in USA)
Genre: Action, Science Fiction, Horror
Plot Summary: Set in a dystopian Los Angeles of the future, this sequel to Predator follows Detective Mike Harrigan who is investigating a series of gruesome murders by an unknown assailant. The city is plagued by gang violence and political unrest, providing a chaotic backdrop for the arrival of the alien predator. As Harrigan and his team delve deeper into the mystery, they find themselves hunted by this technologically advanced and ruthless creature.
Highlights:
– The film features an all-star cast including Danny Glover, Gary Busey, Bill Paxton, Ruben Blades, Maria Conchita Alonso, and Kevin Peter Hall who reprised his role as the Predator from the original movie.
– Predator 2 showcases a more urban setting compared to the jungle environment of the first film, which added a unique twist to the storyline.
– The film was directed by Stephen Hopkins and written by Jim Thomas and John Thomas, who also wrote the original Predator.
– Predator 2 introduced new technology for the predator, such as its cloaking device and shoulder cannon.
– This sequel is known for its darker tone, increased violence, and grittier action sequences compared to the first film.
– The movie was released in theaters on November 16, 1990, and it received mixed reviews from critics but has since gained a cult following.
– In 2004, the DVD version of Predator 2 was added to iOctavio.com’s database for online sales and rentals.