The Hunters Become the Hunted

Rating: Null/10 (31 October 2000)

Blockbuster from 1987 that stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as a special units commando who leads his team into the deep jungles of Latin America for an unknown assignment. It turns out that some other Americans have disappeared and now Schwarzenegger's team must find out what happened to them. What they do not know is that a hunter from deep outer space is out to add to his trophy collection. The special effects are the greatest asset in this film. None of the characters are very interesting, even though Carl Weathers is impressive. There is not much of a story-line, but the direction is strong. In the end "Predator" is a likeable film that goes for thrills and chills, but never tries to be more than what it is. 4 stars out of 5.