Based on the game franchise of the same name,Borderlandstakes place on the brutal alien world of Pandora.
Overrun with ruthless bandits and monstrous wildlife, Pandora is also home to a mysterious Vault.
It also serves as the driving motivation forBorderlands' cast of unlikely heroes.
Here’s how the ending ofBorderlandssets up the future of the franchise on film.
In reality, it was Lilith all the time.
Lilith’s newfound powers are reflective of her Siren class in theBorderlandsvideogames.
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With her powers, she’s able to fly, create shields, and use telekinesis.
Lilith’s origins are reimagined in the film.
As a girl, Lilith was raised by her mother.
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However,the emotional arc of the film gives Lilith a reason to relocate back to the planet.
However, several of the film’s villains are dispatched by the end of the film.
This sets up the ending of the film, where Sanctuary celebrates the collapse of Atlas.
The film ends with the group celebrating in Tannis' place before heading off to celebrate.
The ending ofBorderlandssuggests the group will remain together.
Working together as a united group, they are positioned to be heroic guardians of Sanctuary going forward.
This means any prospective follow-up could follow the challenges faced by the group.
The story from theBorderlands 2game offers plenty of potential directions for a cinematic sequel too.
This could give Roland a more authoritative role in a sequel.
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After taking Tina hostage, Lilith drags him into the Vault and leaves him for the monster within it.
This is especially true for Lilith and Tina, who end up forming a connection throughout the film.
It’s a sweet message, and serves as the thematic core ofBorderlands.
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