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If the Predator franchise must run ad infinitum – three dire sequels failed to kill it – subverting the tone to retro romping territory seems as good a way as any to proceed. That’s Shane Black’s approach in this instance. Black’s Predator is gory pulp but suffers from ropey editing and sadistic intent; even humour can’t save that.
★★★
Screens dominate Searching, the feature debut of ex-Google videographer Aneesh Chaganty, just as they do modern life. Whether this is for the best or worst, the film is not entirely certain, being both technophilic and phobic. The result is a sturdy thriller that’s smart visual execution is as enlightening as it is limiting.
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