{"id":172251,"date":"2024-06-10T18:49:11","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T18:49:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=172251"},"modified":"2024-06-10T18:49:11","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T18:49:11","slug":"new-m-night-shyamalan-movie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/film-and-tv\/new-m-night-shyamalan-movie\/","title":{"rendered":"Trap: Everything You Need to Know About M. Night Shyamalan&#8217;s Upcoming Psychological Thriller"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, M. Night Shyamalan&#8217;s new thriller, will be released in theaters on August 9, 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The movie follows a father and daughter at a concert that turns into a dangerous trap to catch a serial killer. Find out more about this psychological thriller right here!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">           <!--  <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n                jQuery(document).ready(function() {\r\n                    jQuery(\".key-accordion-item .key-menu\").on(\"click\", function() {\r\n                        if (jQuery(this).parent().hasClass(\"active\")) {\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-content\").slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-accordion-item\").removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().addClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideDown();\r\n                        }\r\n                    });\r\n                })\r\n            <\/script> -->\r\n\r\n\r\n            <!-- start html -->\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"news-key-takeaway-wapper\">\r\n                                <span style=\"background-color:#4db2ee;\">Key Takeaways<\/span>\r\n                <ul class=\"news-key-nbox\" style=\"border-color:#4db2ee;background-color:rgba(77, 178, 238, 0.1);\">\r\n                                                        <li>Trap is set for release on August 9, 2024, with an intriguing trailer hinting at a major plot twist.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>The film features a father-daughter duo at a concert used to trap a serial killer, with the father possibly being the killer.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>The movie boasts a strong cast, including Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donaghue, and Saleka Shyamalan, ensuring a compelling performance.<\/li>\r\n                                                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap: Release Date and Trailer<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Night Shyamalan&#8217;s new<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/film-and-tv\/most-disturbing-horror-movies\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">horror-thriller<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><b> will be released on August 9, 2024<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This release date was announced in February 2023, shortly after the debut of his previous film, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knock at the Cabin<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trailer, <\/span><b>released at CinemaCon 2024<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, has already sparked intense speculation and excitement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It reveals that the protagonist, Cooper, is attending a concert with his daughter, Riley, where an unexpected and sinister plot unfolds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Plot: A Concert, A Killer, and a Twist<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> centers around Cooper, <\/span><b>played by Josh Hartnett<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and his teenage daughter Riley, <\/span><b>portrayed by Ariel Donaghue<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as they attend a concert by Lady Raven, <\/span><b>played by M. Night Shyamalan\u2019s daughter, Saleka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>concert is revealed to be a trap set by police to catch a notorious serial killer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> known as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Butcher<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The twist comes when the trailer suggests Cooper might be the elusive Butcher, adding a layer of psychological suspense typical of Shyamalan&#8217;s style.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Characters and Cast of Trap<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Josh Hartnett stars as Cooper<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, marking his first collaboration with Shyamalan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hartnett, known for his roles in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halloween H20<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30 Days of Night<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penny Dreadful<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, brings a wealth of experience in the horror genre.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ariel Donaghue, playing Riley<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is recognized for her role in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wolf Like Me<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and brings a fresh perspective to the cast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Saleka Shyamalan, an accomplished R&amp;B singer and daughter of the director,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> makes her acting debut as Lady Raven.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her music, integral to the film&#8217;s narrative, adds depth and authenticity to the concert scenes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other notable cast members include <\/span><b>Hayley Mills and Alison Pill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in undisclosed roles, adding to the film&#8217;s allure and mystery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap\u2019s Production and Music<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Shyamalan collaborated with his daughter Saleka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who plays Lady Raven and contributes her own original R&amp;B music to the film.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The music is integral to the narrative, similar to a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purple Rain<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-esque experience. This unique aspect promises to enhance the film&#8217;s emotional depth and thematic resonance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rating and Expectations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the MPA has not yet rated <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is <\/span><b>expected to be PG-13<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, consistent with most of Shyamalan\u2019s films.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, given his recent R-rated release, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knock at the Cabin<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>there is a possibility it could be rated R<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">M. Night Shyamalan\u2019s Unique Directing Vision<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shyamalan, both writer and director of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is known for his <\/span><b>ability to craft compelling and suspenseful stories.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This film returns to its original storytelling roots, featuring a fresh and innovative concept. Unlike his recent adaptations, Trap is an original idea, promising a unique viewing experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shyamalan\u2019s Track Record and Audience Expectations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shyamalan has a <\/span><b>mixed track record<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with films ranging from critically acclaimed hits like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Sixth Sense<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unbreakable<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to less successful ventures like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Happening<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Last Airbender<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">His recent films, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Old<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knock at the Cabin<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, received mixed reviews, but <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has the potential to reinvigorate his reputation with its intriguing premise and strong cast.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A New Collaboration with Warner Bros.<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trap<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> marks <\/span><b>Shyamalan&#8217;s first film with Warner Bros<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">., which is part of a new multi-year deal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This collaboration also involves his daughter, Ishana Shyamalan, who will make her <\/span><b>feature-length debut with <\/b><b><i>The Watchers<\/i><\/b><b> in June 2024<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This partnership indicates a promising future for Shyamalan\u2019s storytelling within the Warner Bros. umbrella.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t Miss Out on Trap: Mark Your Calendar!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Night Shyamalan&#8217;s &#8220;Trap&#8221; will be released in theaters on August 9, 2024. With its exciting plot and stellar cast, this thriller will surely be a must-see.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark your calendar and catch this film as soon as it hits the big screen. Stay tuned for more updates, and be ready for a thrilling movie experience!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10028,"featured_media":172255,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3384],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-172251","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-film-and-tv"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172251"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10028"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=172251"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172251\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/172255"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=172251"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=172251"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=172251"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}