Prey Star Details Intense Training Process She Endured For Predator Film

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Prey star Amber Midthunder details the intense training process involved in making a Predator film. The science-fiction thriller directed by Dan Trachtenberg serves as a prequel to the Predator franchise and centers on a skilled Comanche warrior, Naru, who attempts to protect her tribe from the menacing, highly evolved alien species that hunts humans for sport. Prey premiered on Hulu on August 5, 2022 and generated positive reactions from both fans and critics, who praised the film's action and effects, in addition to Midthunder's performance. The movie also stars Dakota Beavers, Michelle Thrush, Stormee Kipp, Julian Black Antelope, and Dane DiLiegro.

The Predator series is not only known for its titular creature, but for its violent action sequences as well. In previous installments, it was revealed how filming could be incredibly taxing on actors' bodies, with some having to endure varying elements or wake up early in order to properly prepare for a day of shooting. Trachtenberg's respect for the franchise led the director to take inspiration from prior films when it came to Prey's action sequences, and fans have taken notice. He even identified a scene that he unfortunately had to cut from the Predator prequel, which focused on his desire to emphasize physicality and have a fight appear more established by way of a treetop chase.

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Now, in a recent interview with InStyle, Midthunder discusses the intense training process she went through for Prey. She states how challenging it was and recalls reading the script for the first time and seeing close to 40 pages of action in a row. Like others in the franchise, she identifies the climate and locations as key challenges and