Is Predator (1987) Deeper Than Just an 80s Action Movie?

GET TO THE CHOPPA Movie Fans!! We're kicking off Arnold Month with a deep dive into the 1987 classic Predator. Is it just another macho, testosterone-fueled action flick, or is there something deeper beneath the surface? We're unpacking the layers of subversive critique hidden within this so-called "toxic, masculine" film. From Arnold Schwarzenegger's mercenary with a heart of gold to the film's surprising commentary on 1980s political ideology, there's more to Predator than meets the eye. Plus, we explore the behind-the-scenes stories, including Jean-Claude Van Damme's surprising original role as the Predator. Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate link) We Want Your Feedback Help us shape the future of our podcast by sharing your valuable feedback! Take a moment to fill out our audience survey https://forms.gle/T2wHskEj7VecSaCA6   Find The Cinema Psychos Show on Youtube - SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE and SMASH THAT BELL TO OBLIVION!  — https://www.youtube.com/@cinemapsychospod&Sub_Confirmation=1 Watch more episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@cinemapsychospod J Dub's Video Nasties (John's awesome movie channel)  - https://www.youtube.com/@JDUBSVIDEONASTIES/   Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍: Discord: https://discord.gg/7GZ9uuTJ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinemapsychosshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinemapsychospod Twitter: https://twitter.com/PsychosShow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cinemapsychospod Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cinemapsychospod   Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/0v6eeno Apple: https://rebrand.ly/j5nrkp7  Amazon: https://rebrand.ly/5x5hzng Goodpods: https://rebrand.ly/picstv6 OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! https://cinemapsychosshow.com/follow   MAIN TITLE: "Red Alert"  AUTHOR: Jack Waldenmaier PUBLISHER: Music Bakery Publishing (BMI) WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE MUSIC CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCTION IS SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. All copyrights, licensing, duplication and distribution rights are held exclusively by Music Bakery Publishing (BMI). 214-636-5887  musicbakery.com