Preying for Mercy
Preying for Mercy

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Preying for Mercy

2014
Movie
40 min
English

Frank Gates is an LAPD cop with a rocky past and a dark secret. He restarted his life thinking he was finally safe, but the past is never far behind. Now with danger coming fast he is forced to protect his family at any cost.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users92%
Director: Dan TrachtenbergGenres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the Comanche Nation 300 years ago, a young woman named Naru, a skilled hunter, strives to protect her tribe from a highly evolved alien predator that is hunting humans for sport. Despite facing skepticism from her tribe, Naru uses her knowledge of the wilderness and primitive weapons to outsmart and confront the extraterrestrial threat. The film chronicles her fierce battle for survival and her determination to prove herself as a worthy warrior.

Critical Reception

Prey was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its intense action, Amber Midthunder's performance, and its fresh take on the Predator franchise. It was lauded for its faithfulness to the original film's spirit while offering a unique historical and cultural perspective.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visceral action sequences and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Amber Midthunder's captivating performance as Naru was a standout element.

  • Appreciated for its respectful and authentic portrayal of Comanche culture.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's thrilling action, compelling protagonist, and satisfying conclusion. Many found it to be a strong return to form for the Predator franchise, with particular praise for its indigenous representation and the intense predator-human conflict.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 5 Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Television Movie and Outstanding Lead Actress for Amber Midthunder.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in the English language, but an optional Comanche dub was also made available, featuring the original cast members voicing their characters in their native language.

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