The ending of Predator: Badlands opens up a host of possibilities for the future, expanding on the Yatjua culture and setting up potential crossovers with the Alien franchise.
Predator : Badlands delivers a thrilling conclusion, opening exciting possibilities for the future of the Predator and Alien franchises. The film, directed by Dan Trachtenberg as a follow-up to Prey and Predator : Killer of Killers, focuses on Dek, a young Yatjua hunter, and his journey to prove his worth. The ending is both grisly and rewarding, paving the way for diverse storytelling opportunities within the established sci-fi universe.
Dek, Thia, and Bud, form a self-styled tribe after experiencing loss and separation from their families. This unconventional alliance, particularly the bond between Dek and Thia, challenges traditional Yatjua culture, creating a dynamic that sets the stage for continuous adventures. This narrative structure is reminiscent of The Mandalorian, showcasing how an established IP can be expanded to allow for broad future potential in storytelling paths. Dek's triumph over his father and Thia's role in stopping her sister sets up maternal threats for both, adding a layer of complexity to their journeys. The final scene, which showcases Dek's mother and a possible introduction of the ever-present threat of Weyland-Yutani, provides an opening for future conflicts and storylines. Along with the presence of Bud, the animal sidekick, the ending leaves the door open for the return of the characters, giving the franchise potential for recurring heroes.\The film also expands the Yatjua lore, which had been previously underrepresented in the Predator films. While previous installments focused on the humans, Badlands shifts the perspective, giving the audience a deeper look into the Yatjua culture. The film explores the harsh customs of the Yautja, where pity and grief are viewed as weaknesses and must be eliminated from the collective. Dek's journey is compelling because he simultaneously embraces the customs of his people while also challenging them. He adheres to the traditions to earn his cloak but finds his own way of leading by becoming the Alpha alongside Thia. The film explores themes of familial love and abuse, with Dek honoring his brother's memory by becoming the protector he was. The beginning of the film focuses on the importance of predators standing alone, but Dek chooses to be an Alpha who protects, instead of just killing.\Badlands's ending also allows for potential connections with Killer of Killers and the Alien franchise. The ship at the ending of the film could belong to Dek's mother or to Torres and Kenji. This setup can allow both films to run into each other, potentially showing the payoff of the other Predator protagonists being captured by the alien race. If the ship belongs to his mother, she might recruit her son for a hunt, introducing a moral dilemma that could impact Dek. Thia's role in the film cements the shared universe of Alien and Predator under Disney's umbrella. Also, the escape of the main characters in Alien: Romulus into deeper space could potentially lead them to the same planet as Dek and Thia. The creatures on Genna can be used to connect with Alien: Earth and help with the TV show's connection to the movies. This opens the door for a new Alien vs. Predator story
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