Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi Breaks New Ground as First Heroic Predator in 'Badlands'
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, a New Zealand-born actor of Polynesian descent, stars as Dek in 'Predator: Badlands,' becoming the franchise's first Predator to be portrayed as a hero. His unconventional audition involved an obstacle course and creating a new language, and he trained extensively in stunt work and language immersion. The role marks his big break into Hollywood, and he is now aspiring to reach the Oscars and beyond.