AboutWhat does the meme depict?

The Epic Handshake, also known as the Predator Handshake, originates from the 1987 science fiction action film Predator. This scene features a memorable and exaggerated handshake-turned-arm-wrestling match between two characters, marking a robust and macho greeting. The scene's exaggerated nature led to it becoming an iconic image, eventually being adapted into a popular meme format. In this meme template, a watercolor painting capturing the moment portrays each person's forearm and the clasped hands at the center. Typical use involves adding labels to each arm and sometimes the hands, symbolizing a strong agreement or juxtaposition on diverse subjects or groups.

OriginWho did it first?

The origin of the Epic Handshake meme stems from a specific scene in Predator where Arnold Schwarzenegger's character, Dutch, reunites with his old friend Dillon, played by Carl Weathers. The two greet each other with a powerful handshake that quickly evolves into an arm wrestling pose. This iconic moment was first spotlighted on a broader scale when a YouTuber named kreshjun recreated the scene in a tribute video uploaded on August 25th, 2007. The video, titled "A tribute to the handshake in Predator," can be viewed on YouTube. It captures the impactful nature of the handshake and has been viewed abundantly, solidifying the scene's place in pop culture.^[1]

Origin: 2007