

513 – Predator: Killer of Killers, Mountainhead, From The World of John Wick: Ballerina
Jun 7, 2025
Dive into the thrilling world of animation with a discussion on 'Predator: Killer of Killers', where the hosts detail its creative evolution and action-packed sequences. Explore the film 'Mountainhead', which sparks a heated debate about its satirical take on privilege and technology, despite its well-acted performances. Lastly, get the lowdown on 'Ballerina', a new entry in the John Wick universe, with thoughts on its unique character dynamics and innovative action, along with musings on the potential of its rising star.
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Predator Animation Unleashes Fantasy
- Predator: Killer of Killers is a compelling animated action anthology showcasing Predator battles through various historical eras.
- The animation allows for dynamic, graphic combat scenes that would be too costly or impractical in live-action.
Mountain Head Shows Billionaire Detachment
- Mountain Head explores tech billionaires' detached reality with lifelike deepfakes causing real-world chaos.
- It highlights their disconnect from consequences despite having world's horrors unfold around them.
Mountain Head: Billionaire Farce
- Mountain Head layers absurdity and cynicism in depicting tech billionaires' grandiose visions and sociopathy.
- It functions as a farce revealing how these elite discuss sinister ideas as casual banter.