10 Best Horror Movie Opening Scenes Of The 2020s (So Far)

Predator: Killer of Killers is composed of four chapters, focusing on heroes from different eras confronting the mandibled aliens. There's a lot to unpack, so it'd make sense if each subplot cut to the chase as soon as possible.

However, the horror anthology takes its time setting up each lead character, including the first protagonist, a Viking warrior called Ursa. Killer of Killers opens with the shieldmaiden reflecting on her father's murder, moments before she and her son unleash an assault against his army. Within a matter of minutes, we understand Ursa's motivation, witnessed her helplessness, and saw her bond with her child.

During this scene, we bear witness to Ursa's unbridled fury as she lays waste to her enemies almost single-handedly, which is done in a simulated one-shot. After seeing all this, it's hard not to be invested in Ursa's situation, even before the dreadlocked extra-terrestrial is introduced. Moreover, the scene uses a cinematic style and sharp animation to amplify the stakes and mood, and the harsh landscapes, looming threat, and brutality of combat are all rendered with visceral clarity.

Killer of Killers' beginning doesn't just introduce a central character but sets a tone, highlighting this story focuses on ferocity, vulnerability, and legacy.