"Prey" centers on a young Comanche woman who defeats the Predator with skills that, for many viewers, appear suddenly exceptional. The focus on her defying not just extraterrestrial threats but also every male and cultural expectation feels forced. Casting and characterization highlight identity over story-driven progression. This could be seen as the narrative taking a backseat to the modern desire for representation, with some sacrificing of plausibility and organic development along the way.

The film subverts traditional gender roles by presenting the female protagonist as surpassing all her male peers with minimal training or consequences. Traditional family and tribal structures are largely backgrounded in favor of elevating individual self-actualization. The standard depiction of masculinity is regularly undermined, while the protagonist is depicted as uniquely enlightened compared to the rest of her community.

Alternative viewpoints, like male characters’ skepticism or traditional tribal roles, are largely depicted as obstacles for the heroine to overcome rather than valid perspectives. The film doesn't allow for much pluralism or legitimate debate among the cast, instead presenting the modern empowerment narrative as unchallenged.