Dan Trachtenberg
Film director and writer known for 10 Cloverfield Lane and Prey; interviewed here about Predator: Badlands, Killer of Killers and his broader filmmaking work.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 20min
The Prestige (2006), plus Dan Trachtenberg on Predator: Badlands and more
Dan Trachtenberg, celebrated for directing 10 Cloverfield Lane and Prey, dives deep into the making of Predator: Badlands. He shares the creative challenges of featuring a teenage Predator and how genre influences shaped its tone. Film journalist Ryan Lambie, an avid Predator fan, engages Trachtenberg on collaborations with VFX teams and the narrative ties to the wider Predator universe. Plus, they discuss the impact of online video cultures on future filmmakers. It's a captivating look at evolving storytelling in film!
Nov 10, 2025 • 36min
Predator: Badlands Spoilers w/ Dan Trachtenberg | Director Debrief
Dan Trachtenberg, acclaimed filmmaker behind hits like Prey and 10 Cloverfield Lane, discusses his latest project, Predator: Badlands. He dives into the creative choices behind the film, including the humanization of its protagonist, Deck, and how to balance lore with audience sympathy. Trachtenberg also reveals tantalizing hints about future franchise possibilities, including potential returns of iconic characters. Expect insights on filmmaking techniques, interconnected Easter eggs, and how fan theories influence his vision.
Aug 8, 2022 • 1h 12min
‘Prey’ and the ‘Predator’ Movie Rankings
The latest in the ‘Predator’ movie saga, ‘Prey,’ is streaming on Hulu now. Chris Ryan joins Sean to talk about the film and where it sits in the ‘Predator’ canon (1:00). Then, ‘Prey’ director Dan Trachtenberg talks with Sean about how he made the film (44:00).Host: Sean FennesseyGuests: Dan Trachtenberg and Chris RyanProducer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
