Obviously this is the best Predator film and one of the greatest sci-fi/action flicks in history. Having just rewatched it, I'm amazed how well it still holds up against ANY film of its genre today. The acting isn't "great" theatrically speaking, but it's perfect for this film. Most of the special effects are more convincing than the CGI of today... Also, so refreshing not to have to sit through an hour-long exposition: seriously, the entire "exposition" lasts a few minutes, and everything is crystal clear - this should be a masterclass for action directors and writers of today, because - guess what? Nobody cares about the personal/domestic life of a character in a Predator film! It's not Shawshank Redemption. Schwarzenegger's one-liners are iconic as ever, and the other cast members are also cool and unique personalities. This film is like the perfect burger recipe - seemingly easy, but has the perfect ratio of ingredients. Action, violence, tension being built, colorful characters - all in perfect proportion to the storyline and runtime. Plus one of the most iconic creatures/villains of all time. The Schwarzenegger scene with the torch (no spoilers, but everyone knows what I mean ;)) still gives me goosebumps each time I watch it. A great film, one of a kind.
