The Village

[Jon Lyrik]

Run. The truce is ending.

Plot: 'The Village' depicts the thrilling tale of an isolated town confronting the astonishing truth that lies just outside its borders. At first glance, this village seems picture perfect, but this close-knit community lives with the frightening knowledge that creatures reside in the surrounding woods. The evil and foreboding force is so unnerving that none dare venture beyond the borders of the village and into the woods. But when curious, headstrong Lucius Hunt plans to step beyond the boundaries of the town and into the unknown, his bold move threatens to forever change the future of the village.--From IMDb

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This movie looks great. I love M. Night Shymalan's movies (they are kind of mixed in reception, but there is something about his method of direction that makes my testicles tingle) and the trailers and TV spots are very creepy. Looks to be spooky fun.

And I have managed to skip any kind of spoilers about the twists. Is it true they changed the ending, though?

[Ted Pikul]

"there is something about his method of direction that makes my testicles tingle"

William Castle already perfected that directorial technique 40 years ago

[Jon Lyrik]

Originally posted by Ted Pikul
William Castle already perfected that directorial technique 40 years ago

The gimmick thing? Shymalan's gimmick is a twist ending, but that's not what I like about Shymalan. I think he is an excellent director with a great psychological style and who really knows how to use sound. Maybe it's just me...

[Ted Pikul]

Shyamalan may know how to use sound but how good is he at dangling skeletons in front of the audience?

That takes real skill & ingenuity.

[Jon Lyrik]

Originally posted by Ted Pikul
That takes real skill & ingenuity.

Nope. I know Pimpin' Gandhi's love child, he's like 4 and he entertains some people at Pimp Conventions by dangling skeletons of whore thieves and telling the stories of their demise. The storytelling part takes talent (especially at his age), but dangling skeletons? He just uses some old rope and a latter.

[Fisting Ackbar]

Here's hoping that the ending will be better than the ones from Shyamalan's last two films, but I am looking quite forward to it.

[go2]

this movie looks so creepy.i cant wait to see this fucking terrifying movie.m.night.shymalan is the master at making PG-13 movies so creepy.it's definetly a must see.

[Moviefan1234]

The Village is my most anticipated movie from now until the end of the year. Shyamalan is a complete genius, and I have extremely high hopes that it won't disappoint.

[Adornado]

Looks great, although I hope the leaked ending isn't the actual ending. I'll be seeing this one in theaters for sure.

[Lazy Boy]

I'm definitely looking forward to seeing this...

But for now, I'm gonna avoid all message boards or any topic pertaining to the movie, as I don't want anything spoiled. I'm just gonna plug both fingers into my ears and say "La la la la la" if anybody mentions plot details. I'm avoiding the ending for that reason (even if it does eventually suck like people have said).

[Jon Lyrik]

Originally posted by Lazy Boy
But for now, I'm gonna avoid all message boards or any topic pertaining to the movie, as I don't want anything spoiled. I'm just gonna plug both fingers into my ears and say "La la la la la" if anybody mentions plot details. I'm avoiding the ending for that reason (even if it does eventually suck like people have said).

Good idea, as I want to really avoid spoilers to the movie. No posting here from me until 7/30...

[Ted Pikul]

Judging by those trailers it looks like a bunch of amish encountering modern day paintballers out in the woods.

Now those bastards definitely show no mercy so I'd be afraid ... very afraid.

[MadsenOMC]

I think Shyamalan is extremely talented, but I also think he's incredibly overrated. I haven't been completely satisfied with a movie of his since The Sixth Sense. Unbreakable was uneven throughout, and I absolutely hated the last 10 or 15 minutes of Signs, after loving the first 90 minutes. The Village is definitely promising. It's an interesting concept.

[TheGodSon]

Am I the only one not excited about this movie? It better get damn good reviews for me to see it, honestly. The trailer did absolutely nothing for me.

[Jerk Shapiro]

This movie looks fucking ace. I can't wait. Shyamalan hasn't missed yet, in my books. I'm there July 30th.

[daddiefatsacks]

since every Shyamalan movie has to have some 'surprise' ending, this will be my only post, and the only time i check this thread until i see the movie....i don't want anyone to really spoil this for me since that might be all this movie has going for it.

[Benny]

Can't wait for this movie, it was my #2 most anticipated this summer after Spidey 2. Shymalan has already proven that he is a great director, and his last 3 movies have been great, and this one looks very promising- dark and scary- so July 30 I hope to be there.

[sharkstank]

ever since the teaser, i have been highly anticipating this. definately there i am

M NIGHTS FILMS
'The Sixth Sense'- ****
'Unbreakable'- **
'Signs'- ***1/2

WWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[EDsoulsurvive*]

this movie looks amazing, Shymalan's films keep getting better, IMO. There haven't been any horror movies in theaters for a while, I hope this will hold me over for a couple of weeks.

[Sigur509]

Unbreakable(9/10)
Signs(8.5/10)

Cant wait, great director, great cast. Hopefully the ending will be as good as people are saying.

[blankpage]

Let me put it this way:


I. CAN'T. FUCKING. WAIT.


Man, this film looks stunning. It think it looks like M's creepiest flick yet. And since I'll be in Montreal, down the street from the big movie house, I'll be there at the first showing July 30th.


P.S. - I hope that leak ending isn't true. It's interesting, but man...I'd hate to have been spoiled to a great ending.

[Lynn7]

I can't wait to see this one- I'm afraid that someone is going to ruin it for me so I'll try to see it the first day out.

[Poeman]

BRING THIS FUCKER ON!!!!!!!!!

this will be one helluva film, even with the crap ending if theys till leave that one in.

[Strider]

I'm looking forward to The Village, however, a rush of excitement still hasn't come over me yet. I really hope the film blows my mind away. In my books, M. Night Shyamalan is 2-1 right now, so I hope this film makes up for the feeling of unsatisfaction that Signs was.

PS: I hope this flick has a killer twist ending!

Strider

[bondish]

I saw this last night. I enjoyed it, even if it was quite slow at parts, but the twists aren't those that will leave you amazed.

[MovieDragon]

Originally posted by bondish
I saw this last night. I enjoyed it, even if it was quite slow at parts, but the twists aren't those that will leave you amazed.

Dude, what the hell?!!!?!?!?

Come on, give us a review...give us a hint about the type of story it is. I don't want any major spoilers, but when I say "type of story" I mean, is it a traditional creature feature with Shyamalan style? or is there more to the Village?

[Harry Warden]

We all want to know...........is THE ending we all heard about the one used in the film.....?

[SiriusTJMackey]

I definitely can't wait to see this movie. So far, as far as I'm concerned, M. Night is 3 for 3, and this one looks as good as his previous entries. I will without a doubt be there opening night, hoping for the very, very best!

[TheGodSon]

I think M. Night Shymalan is the most overrated director of this generation. Thank you for your time.

[MadsenOMC]

Originally posted by TheGodSon
I think M. Night Shymalan is the most overrated director of this generation. Thank you for your time.

I could not agree more. Talented, no doubt, but overrated. And he's made more than three movies, just for the record.

[adamjohnson]

Look at the eclipsed moon on the poster. Thats why I still think its werewolves.

I mean check out this list. Ghosts, Superheroes, Aliens, Werewolves. That seems pretty much in line.

[slasherfan]

Originally posted by TheGodSon
I think M. Night Shymalan is the most overrated director of this generation. Thank you for your time.

You not alone, I can't stand his movies.

[MovieDragon]

This is a rough idea of the ending. While I don't know the details, I gathered some facts from IMDB posts and such that let me know the ending. If you don't want the movie spoiled, don't read on. It won't spoil the ending completely, but the basic idea behind the endind will be exposed.

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Well, it's confirmed that Shyamalan has a cameo at the end of the movie. IMDB credits list him as a security guard. According to posts from people who saw the movie, you see his reflection in something. This pretty much confirms that there is some modern day aspect in the movie. Someone also mentioned a museum, so I'm suspecting it's similar to the Truman Show scenario.This isn't a confirmed ending, but its the basic idea behind it. (Note: The IMDB credits, and the fact that the people who saw the movie gave valid enough proof leads me to believe this is true, it may or may not be. If not...good scam)
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[RobertPaulson]

Why do people want to spoil the movie for themselves? I just don't understand it. I'd much rather go in not knowing.

I've heard the score is awesome and I know Deakins is the cinematographer so it sould be quite a sensation for the senses (all 6 of them )

[chinton]

sounds like we have false advertising. the two early reviews on ACIN that hated it said that it has been mismarkted. That its more of a character piece than thrille

[SIREN30]

I am so excited about this one. I loved all three of the aforementioned movies. I actually like Unbreakable the best of the three, being a closet comic book fan. I just loved Bruce Willis' character and the 'they call me Mr Glass' segment gave me the chills.

Anyway, I, for one, want to know what the creatures are in this flick before going in...if it's witches or werewolves or something I know I'll be dissapointed. So if anybody finds out what the creatures are, I really want to know.

[Jas]

Yay!!! I'm going to a screening of 'The Village' next tuesday!
Here's hopin that the movie rocks my socks!!!
I know most of you will have seen it before me, but I live on an island so screw you

[gyro_44]

Originally posted by chinton
sounds like we have false advertising. the two early reviews on ACIN that hated it said that it has been mismarkted. That its more of a character piece than thriller

Yes... but that's Aint it Cool News...

Here are a few critics' reviews....

Rolling Stone

The Hollywood Reporter

Nice to finally hear SOMETHING. Both reviews are positive, but not overly positive.

[Hannibal21]

Originally posted by TheGodSon
I think M. Night Shymalan is the most overrated director of this generation. Thank you for your time.

I agree. The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable, and Wide Awake range from bad to downright awful. Signs is his only good film, but it isn't all that special either.

I'll see The Village, but I'm expecting nothing more than a solid Shyamalan esque thriller.

[chinton]

well i think i can bet now what the twist is keeping in mind some choice phrases from the reviews.

Still I like the idea of a polotical allegory. Of course internet fanboys mos t notable on ACIN will never look deeper than the surface of this or any Shamalyan film as it would probably kill them to admit they like something