Movies

Premise has never been a standout issue for M. Night Shyamalan as a filmmaker. I’d go as far as to say that I would probably be a much bigger fan of his work if his filmography entirely consisted of “Story By” credits. The guy clearly has a knack for coming up with smart high concept plots – be it a psychologist who councils a boy who can see dead people or vacationers who get stuck on a beach where they start rapidly getting older. It’s unfortunately proper execution that so regularly eludes him, and in that respect, Trap is the latest title to be added to continuously growing pile.

The popularity rankings for the first ten shows on Netflix can provide insight into what viewers are currently captivated by, and occasionally, films or TV series that initially received modest attention or mixed reviews have an opportunity to thrive on this popular streaming service. Notably, foreign cinema has discovered a hospitable environment within Netflix. For instance, the French shark/disaster film “Under Paris” and the early Spanish Netflix sensation “The Platform” are examples of movies that might have been overlooked in traditional settings but have found success through streaming platforms.

Initially in 2017, the movie “The Mummy” starring Tom Cruise was meant to initiate Universal’s Dark Universe. However, the ill-timed reboot of this intellectual property failed miserably, causing chaos for other planned films. As a result, those that didn’t get cancelled were revamped and released individually, much like Leigh Whannell’s impressive “The Invisible Man”. One such original project was “The Invisible Woman”, a contemporary adaptation of the 1940s comedy with a similar title.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is claiming that he once placed a dead bear in Central Park as a prank.

In a few months, it will be revealed whether Kamala Harris (standing in for President Joe Biden who has withdrawn) or Donald Trump will once again become the U.S. President. This is a tangible reality that occupies many minds worldwide. Interestingly, despite movies being a form of escapism, they can still reflect the essence of real-world events, particularly when it comes to America’s most contentious leader.