So, What Are M. Night Shyamalan’s Films Afraid Of?
Every one of Shyamalan’s movies addresses a unique fear—whether it’s something shown on screen or an implied issue behind the camera. No matter which one it is, they all have one thing in common: loss of control. Every single one of the creator’s films deals with the fear of losing control. Of having something taken away from you. This goes all the way back to 1999’s The Sixth Sense with Dr. Malcolm (Bruce Willis) and continues through every subsequent film. Whether it’s the environment (The Happening), the people in your life (The Village, The Visit), or even his own superhero franchise (Glass), it’s all about what happens when you no longer control your own life or destiny.
Old arrives in theaters on July 23, and I’m sure it won’t be a total downer.
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