The idea of combining the "Alien" and "Predator" franchises had been circulating Hollywood for well over a decade. Ever since the two franchises combined in a comic book and video game franchise, many people wanted to see them together on the big screen. In 2004, it finally came to be.
The idea is an interesting one. A group of explorers are sent to Antarctica by Weyland Industries to explore an underground pyramid built in the style of the Mayans and Aztecs. While there they find themselves in the middle of a 'coming-of-age' battle between the Predators and the Aliens.
It's hard to make a "Predator" film without the game mentality because Predators are hunters. Therefore, this film is about three Predator 'teenagers' who are sent to earth to survive a battle with the Aliens to prove their manhood. These battles had been going on for centuries.
There were a few inconsistencies with Lance Henriksen's Bishop character but other than that I found this film to be very entertaining. By now all horror aspects of the "Alien" franchise are gone which cause this film to be a sci-fi action thriller.
Although nowhere near as good as both "Alien" and "Aliens," I do find this film to be superior to both "Alien 3" and the mess that was "Alien Resurrection." I was moved by the female protagonist teaming with the sole remaining Predator to make sure the Aliens don't reach the surface over fear that they could inherit the earth.
This film is by no means a perfect film, but it's a great popcorn film that successfully combines the creatures from both franchises without sacrificing the integrity of either creature. My recommendation is to own it.
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