Dan Trachtenberg, director of the upcoming Predator: Badlands, revealed he was once considered to direct Guardians of the Galaxy for Marvel Studios, a role that ultimately went to James Gunn. Trachtenberg’s meeting with Marvel was prompted by his acclaimed short film Portal, showcasing his creative potential. Although he didn’t get the job, his unique storytelling style could have altered the MCU’s cosmic narrative. Now, with Predator: Badlands, he continues to expand the Predator franchise, redefining its mythology.
