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They lament modern films' obsession with quippy one-liners and constant humor, which they argue undermines the sense of peril and stakes—key ingredients that made the original Predator visceral and believable. Classic characters didn't crack jokes in life-or-death situations; they focused on survival, which made their sacrifice and peril resonate.
The Art of Practical Effects and Creature Design
Practical effects and creature design are highlighted as core strengths of the era’s movies. The original Alien, for example, is celebrated for its groundbreaking prosthetic and animatronic work, making the alien a truly terrifying and believable creature. This tangible, physical design contrasts sharply with today’s CGI-heavy films, which often feel artificial.