The Happening
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: June 13, 2008
5.6
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Mixed or average reviews based on 776 Ratings
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10
LeslieAJun 27, 2008
I love this kind of movies, but many fails, the good suspense stories are written only by Stephen king or Mr. Shyamalan, ah and the Mexican Guillermo del toro, they are gold for me, Happening is fantastic.
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DonO.Jun 28, 2008
It was spinning in my head for a entire week, and that only an unforgettable an good movie can get in me.
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10
Joe45Jun 29, 2008
With singular style, a great movie is made.
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10
RaymondO.Jun 29, 2008
Simply one of the best in its genre.
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AlbertW.Jun 29, 2008
Damn! I was missing this movie, so creative, so unique, so fantastic!
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GerardCJun 30, 2008
Its true, is not the best of Shyam. but I rather this, is honest, his work always is for you like it or not, I'm in the good side, my 10 is to elevate the rate, cause I think it doesn't deserves less than a 7.
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MeaganH.Jul 11, 2008
Great movie! It really makes you think about the ending! Mark Wahlberg is the perfect actor for the leading role of this movie!
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RickR.Jul 11, 2008
With creepy scenes, funny moments, nice views, good role of Marky, a good story, I could enjoy it.
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JamesR.Jul 10, 2008
One of the best this year, I hated the overrated Cloverfield where you only can hear not see, and this film Happening, so original is underrated, that's because in "Lady in the water" Shyamalan decided to kill only one character " the One of the best this year, I hated the overrated Cloverfield where you only can hear not see, and this film Happening, so original is underrated, that's because in "Lady in the water" Shyamalan decided to kill only one character " the movie critic ", now they hate him more than never, it was just a movieee!, forgive him!… Expand
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MishRushJul 12, 2008
An incredible film that is not for all audiences, just for who really enjoy a suspense well done.
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MartinS.Jul 14, 2008
A lot of people find M. Night's movies boring. I find them extremely suspenseful and thought provoking. He doesn't try to sensationalize his movies. He treats his subject manner in a very pedestrian matter of fact manner. There are A lot of people find M. Night's movies boring. I find them extremely suspenseful and thought provoking. He doesn't try to sensationalize his movies. He treats his subject manner in a very pedestrian matter of fact manner. There are no super heroes or extraordinary individuals in his films; just every day people dealing with extraordinary circumstances. I think this gives his movies a sense of realism that makes them all the more frightening.… Expand
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SabellyWJul 15, 2008
I don't care what others say, I went to see it and I saw a fantastical and entertaining movie.
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RodrigoO.Jul 15, 2008
One thing: I like it because after all the tragedies we saw, there is an ecological message, a warning about protect our planet.
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JustinJJul 16, 2008
After seeing hundred's of movies of this kind of thriller-suspense I can say that this is not so bad, it is OK.
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AdrianB.Jul 16, 2008
I don't care other reviews, this is one of my favorites motion pictures of the year.
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DanielRR.Jul 17, 2008
Oh really so bad?, no way guys!, All my friends and I enjoyed it !.
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RichardP.Jul 20, 2008
Stunning with awesome moments, not so bad as many said.
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RonaldT.Jul 2, 2008
I can accept one thing, is original, and thats what I search in any movie.
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OmharS.Jul 22, 2008
Interesting movie, good job in its genre where others shows they have minds empty of ideas.
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NoeC.Jul 23, 2008
M. Night is a genius, this age is not for him, I found some of its movies like this better than "Hitchcock" ones, in Usa is the opposite of Eastwood, sorry for this comparisons.
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SammyJul 25, 2008
I thought this movie was interesting and different which kept my attention.
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MonikaB.Jul 4, 2008
I hate bad reviews about a good movie, we all think different, E.U. already paid the movie cost, 60 M.D. so, if you go again and again to see a Shayamalan movie that's beacuse you like something in them, or no?. For me it has stunning moments.
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BoomManJul 5, 2008
Completely agree with comment of " C Andersson ", see below... The critics of this page seem to hate Shyamalan, and they prefer to give better reviews to movies that always show the same again and again, like HULK or Transformers, that only Completely agree with comment of " C Andersson ", see below... The critics of this page seem to hate Shyamalan, and they prefer to give better reviews to movies that always show the same again and again, like HULK or Transformers, that only want to get a lot amounts of money, giving us more of the same : special effects, explosions and stupid car chases, don't you get tired with the same?...and why you don't accept this flim so different/ singular/ unique... brilliant !.… Expand
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OmharN.Jul 5, 2008
They must to escape, there is something dangerous in the air, are they terrorist?, are we treating bad our planet?, could these things really happened?, many who saw this film said that this story is full of absurd moments and situations, I They must to escape, there is something dangerous in the air, are they terrorist?, are we treating bad our planet?, could these things really happened?, many who saw this film said that this story is full of absurd moments and situations, I think they need to see to believe ( like that tsunami ), our behavior really have consequences. The movie is good, not excellent but you must decide for yourself, have your own criteria.… Expand
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MarioDev.Jul 5, 2008
It's true, only 37 reviews make an universe?, the universe of the voters here is much bigger, this movie is better than Lady in the water, why less grades, 34? , are nuts critics?, Ruins and The Mist better than this original tale? Let It's true, only 37 reviews make an universe?, the universe of the voters here is much bigger, this movie is better than Lady in the water, why less grades, 34? , are nuts critics?, Ruins and The Mist better than this original tale? Let me laugh.… Expand
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ArthurS.Jul 8, 2008
No matter what others say about this, you must go to see it for yourself, critics are not perfect, me neither, the movie is good, you decide.
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CristianN.Jul 9, 2008
When the main character (s) have to run away from "the danger element" such as.. Apocalypto, turn the movie in one of my favorites.
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LucyB.Jul 9, 2008
I wanted to give this a lower rating but I did enjoy and would watch it again. M. Night just has a way to improve a bunch of ideas. I did enjoy the concept of it though.
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RommelP.Aug 4, 2008
One of my best this 2008, I dont like fiction, superheroes tired me, this film in its whole concept is a new experience for me.
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GeorgeofthejungleAug 6, 2008
Funny, good dialogues, good level of suspense.
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BRockSep 27, 2008
An awesome concept ... algae bloom in a human affecting environment. Awesome movie for those that like something more than just your cut and dry Action/horror flick.
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MichaelLJan 7, 2009
I'm going to try to hard to defend this film, but I will say that I really enjoyed it. I don't understand how so many critics and fans hated it. Then again, I seem to be one of the few people out there in the world who loved The Village.
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SergioO.Sep 23, 2009
There's something everyone is missing, even Mr. Shyamalan. Despite the fact the plot sounds so strange (but not impossible if you read a little about what plants can do when they're in danger), and most people I've watched There's something everyone is missing, even Mr. Shyamalan. Despite the fact the plot sounds so strange (but not impossible if you read a little about what plants can do when they're in danger), and most people I've watched this movie with ended so shocked, this is a movie about love. Call me a complete fool, or idle, but for me this is the most romantic movie ever made. My point is, this is not a love-movie, but shows what love can do. And maybe this is what people are not seeing, that we need more love to get through these rough times. In the end, this is what love is all about: being confused, being mad, sad and happy. That's why love here seems so real! This is a great movie because it grows by itself.… Expand
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MichaelMDec 14, 2008
Tense and occasionally touching movie.
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JenniferRJun 13, 2008
it wasn't horrible, and how the film was made was pretty. I did like it though. I think a good movie means that you don't think about how long it has been while your watching it, and i didn't think that at all.
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ElginJun 14, 2008
The only thing not great in this film is the use of dialogue. The basic story, scenarios, camera-work, etc. are wonderfully subtle-- I only wish the dialogue were the same, but it sometimes hammers home the point of the film too early or too The only thing not great in this film is the use of dialogue. The basic story, scenarios, camera-work, etc. are wonderfully subtle-- I only wish the dialogue were the same, but it sometimes hammers home the point of the film too early or too much. I wish Shyamalan would get someone to just touch up his dialogue a bit and his films would be 9's and 10's all the time.… Expand
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MajorH.Jun 14, 2008
Decent enough B Movie flick. I enjoyed it despite some stilted performances. Definitely had a few scares and tense moments, and surprisingly, some genuinely (and intentionally) funny moments as well. Give it a chance, you won't be disappointed.
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TommyBMJun 14, 2008
It is good!!, original, only if you want to see a different style of make movies.
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8
BobR.Jun 15, 2008
Way better than the critics are leading us to believe.
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10
YadissJun 16, 2008
I can understand one thing, for many people what they is afraid of, or dont understand is considered as fool as insane !, just remember "Birds" is a classic, but it doesn't have a story with head nor feet. what really happened with the I can understand one thing, for many people what they is afraid of, or dont understand is considered as fool as insane !, just remember "Birds" is a classic, but it doesn't have a story with head nor feet. what really happened with the birds?, why they killed people?, is nature rebelion, you kill our natural world but they want to survive...maybe killing us.… Expand
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TottoJHBJun 16, 2008
I Knew it will have a sequel, thats why the ending is not satisfactory, but I like it, Night for me is a genius, and is not true the actings are bad !, c'mon is fantasy, a storytale, but we never know the tragedies that will happend, I Knew it will have a sequel, thats why the ending is not satisfactory, but I like it, Night for me is a genius, and is not true the actings are bad !, c'mon is fantasy, a storytale, but we never know the tragedies that will happend, like 9/11. sorry for mention it.… Expand
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GloriaG.Jun 17, 2008
Fortunately I was to see it, I like it a lot, I didn't heard some "empty" reviews or critics, they are not gods to know what is right, I rather my own opinion and I enjoy it.
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YandirahJun 18, 2008
Maybe its not perfect ! but I dont believe in critics, for me the movie works perfectly, it was what I expected. Saga?, I read that, I will wait the sequel.
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GloryG.Jun 18, 2008
Underrated by critiks, no the films, I mean Director M.N. Shyamalan, they hate him since he was nominated for 6 oscars, they cant forgot that nor forgive him, he didnt want noms, only made good suspense movies... The Happening is so good Underrated by critiks, no the films, I mean Director M.N. Shyamalan, they hate him since he was nominated for 6 oscars, they cant forgot that nor forgive him, he didnt want noms, only made good suspense movies... The Happening is so good that seems bad, and is so easy for us the criticism , irony? yes.… Expand
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SanY.Jun 18, 2008
Forgettable?, never!, some scenes you'll never can forget them, the movie surprises me many times...example: follow Spencer Breslin if u like this Disney kid.
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BoxxerX.Jun 19, 2008
I enjoyed it, it has amazing moments, really good comedy touchs, I wanna see it again.
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ForrestHJun 19, 2008
Am I the only one that got this movie? I thought it was a great spin on the whole "we're killing mother earth". It's an intelligent horror movie which I think is what catches people off. The trailers were excellent at building Am I the only one that got this movie? I thought it was a great spin on the whole "we're killing mother earth". It's an intelligent horror movie which I think is what catches people off. The trailers were excellent at building interest in the "horror" of what ever is happening and then when you go see the movie, you realize it's not monsters or aliens, it's something you have to think about. I really enjoyed it and couldn't believe how many chuckle were built into such a horrifying story. Masterful but not widely received, I guess. I'm still a big M. Night fan though.… Expand
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MyriamB.Jun 21, 2008
I have seen hundred's of scary-suspense movies, many are so bad, but this is so smart that you can take it as a comedy or what it is, a paranoic-scary-suspense movie, find the details, not only go to eat pop corn, jeje.
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ChrisP.Jun 21, 2008
If you're a REAL fan of M. Night, then you should like this one as much as I did.
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RossyP.Jun 21, 2008
For me Cloverfield is garbage, and this one a jewel, can you see the difference?, or did you see something, any image in the first one?. Thank you Shyamalan.
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WendyW.Jun 21, 2008
In a genre that lack of surprises Happening give fresh ideas in a summer where superheroes and special effects get the most of theaters & screens.
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WillieP.Jun 22, 2008
If you create your own ideas about the movie before see it your mistake will make you blame the movie all the time, actually few people let the things flow expecting surprises and others doesn't enjoy anything.
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TatooL.Jun 23, 2008
Agree with Chicago Sun Times : " too thoughtful for the summer action season, but I appreciate the quietly realistic way Shyamalan finds to tell a story about the possible death of man". But in my humble opinion it deserves more than a 75.
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HomerP.Jun 23, 2008
When you hate a genre in a special way, you must no see em, for those who like think the suspense, Happening is an excellent option.
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DavidR.Jun 23, 2008
Fantasy, surprises, no-zombie movie, better than many say, the green effect, is happening if u see the daily news you know this, is a reminder to protect our planet. Fantastic.
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SunnytheWarriorJun 24, 2008
Its trust it is an unapologetic B-movie, not perfect but much better than the 20 last thrillers I've seen.
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KathyB.Jun 24, 2008
It happened something weird, the first 100 reviews of users were before the date of release, where did they see it?, remember is less impact in piracy dvd's, just go to the theater and try to enjoy, for me is masterful!
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NannyR.Jun 24, 2008
I could not help it, I really enjoy this psychological film, it has many reasons to belong in my collection.
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BillG.Jun 25, 2008
Among commercial movies, more superheroes, remakes and tv series adaptations I rather some original script, public deserves originality and news.
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ViperK.Jun 25, 2008
The problem with many people is that they want another Sixth sense and its surprisingly final, I just wanna see a different film every time I go to theaters, if fantasy is absurd for you avoid cinemas 'cause the main ingredient in most The problem with many people is that they want another Sixth sense and its surprisingly final, I just wanna see a different film every time I go to theaters, if fantasy is absurd for you avoid cinemas 'cause the main ingredient in most of them is: fantasy. Good for me.… Expand
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GuidoV.Jun 26, 2008
Another demonstration of powerful style, not the best but good, good.
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AnneG.Jun 27, 2008
Good story, cinematography, music, smart script, ideal for a disaster coming from us, no bees, not trees, we made it.
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LouisaB.Jun 27, 2008
Call me a stupid girl If you consider that I must not enjoy an excellent misterious-drama movie like this, but all my friends were agree with me that they saw something totally new and different.
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KellyR.Jun 28, 2008
The King of suspense is him, yes! the happening maybe is for insane people like me?, crazy for thinking different to critics?, anyway, the paranoid manufacturer gives us another peculiar movie.
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WallyE.Jun 28, 2008
Not so good like Signs or Sixth Sense, but stop asking the same, the director never will do the same again, he doesn't repeat any topic or formula, only uses his own style, the movie is a clapping achievement.
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AndyM.Jun 29, 2008
To be in universal acclaim 37 critics made me think how small is their universe, Happening is made with a good part of brain giving us as product another magnificent scary movie. Our universe is bigger because we are hundreds of fans all To be in universal acclaim 37 critics made me think how small is their universe, Happening is made with a good part of brain giving us as product another magnificent scary movie. Our universe is bigger because we are hundreds of fans all around the planet, and we acclaimed it.… Expand
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KaritynnaKJul 11, 2008
We already have a lot of superheroes from comics and the like on the big screen, explosions, big bombs of exaggerations, come on!, for me Happening is a deep breath.
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TonyWJul 14, 2008
It's a shame how strongly critics have taken to bashing Shyamalan when they give better reviews to films such as Beerfest or Balls of Fury than this one. Shyamalan is one of the top filmmakers in America, a true talent with a very It's a shame how strongly critics have taken to bashing Shyamalan when they give better reviews to films such as Beerfest or Balls of Fury than this one. Shyamalan is one of the top filmmakers in America, a true talent with a very original voice. The Happening is a nice film to pass an afternoon with, nothing more or less. The problem is that the central conflict stays on the surface amongst his main characters. In Signs we felt the emotional resonance of a family that has suffered greatly and is on the verge of breaking apart. In Sixth Sense the distance between mother and son, and husband and wife was heart-wrenching. In The Happening, the extent of the rift is a piece of Tiramisu - not uite the same. We're told the couple is in trouble - we don't see it. Unfortunately, that lack of depth ruins what could have been a creepy classic.… Expand
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EunizeNJul 16, 2008
I liked this movie, bad actings?, what are you talking about people?, simply there are no any excellent or amazing acting, but the movie for me was an interesting topic.
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RafaE.Jul 17, 2008
This is one of the big mistakes of the year !!...I can not believe it... but mistake made by the critics who don't know how forgive.
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JimmyT.Jul 21, 2008
I saw all the superheroes, but Batman was the best, but when I went to see this film my experience was different, no explosions, visual effects nor action in excess, is good, not excellent but good.
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VeroW.Jul 22, 2008
It is in my top 5 this year, of the best of course !
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LilyF.Jul 23, 2008
It is not so commercial as many in theaters right now, but it had for me the most interesting and attractive script, after all I enjoyed every episode of The Twilight Zone.
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ChayitoCJul 24, 2008
Unforgettable, unique, not for all " kind of people ", stunning!.
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JessyD.Jul 25, 2008
I saw it twice, I like it, a little thoughful but funny...scary.
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Mr.SmilesJul 28, 2008
I decided to be happy when I watched this fantastic film, it made me think about my planet, and now I love more forests and all our nature.
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JaggedReviewsJun 22, 2009
A great movie? No. A bad an utter steaming pile of crap? Certainly not. The Happening is twist thriller M. Night Shymalans most recent film as well as his first R rated film. For those who try and see this as a return to the days of The A great movie? No. A bad an utter steaming pile of crap? Certainly not. The Happening is twist thriller M. Night Shymalans most recent film as well as his first R rated film. For those who try and see this as a return to the days of The Sixth Sense, which i personally did not enjoy, then you will probably be disappointed but i you treat this as a fun thriller B movie then believe me youll see the lightwer side of things. The movie moves up and about as a group of New Yorkers flee from NYC from a invisible force that has the New Yorkers offing themselves. The film gives us a few chills and thrills bt never reaches its full potential but then again these days not very many films do. I enjoyed the film but thought once again Shymaln failed to shock m with his signature twist ending. The film comes off touching and thought provoking at moments but t does fail at some moments. The side plot of Elliot and his soon to be at the beginning seems to have been thrown in along with the cheating part. The film is Shymalans best work certainly since Signs and i recommend it for a look.… Expand
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EssenceOfSugarSep 21, 2012
It may be no finer a horror film than other similar distinguished works, but it worked for me. The acting may have been a little off-par, but Shyamalan has produced something that is worth watching. The actors were well matched and the wayIt may be no finer a horror film than other similar distinguished works, but it worked for me. The acting may have been a little off-par, but Shyamalan has produced something that is worth watching. The actors were well matched and the way events were anticipated through the wind in the trees and grass disturbed me thoroughly. Not only that, but the acts themselves alongside the atmospheric music almost scared the living daylights out of me. I think this film effectively posed a message towards the sceptics out there, of a growing problem that we need to face before it's too late, even if nobody else thought so.… Expand
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SebastianRRJun 4, 2013
Buen inicio y buen cierre, lo demás, buena trama aunque ciertamente añadir a ese anciana antipática a mitad de la nada no me pareció un buen toque y ademas que porque si la anomalía se fuera tampoco.
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Meth-dudeNov 23, 2014
The happening had great potential but the realization of M.Night Shyamalan was not very good.The dialogues and the acting were really bad and when the action start,after 10 minutes it's over and they are again talking.The movie was stillThe happening had great potential but the realization of M.Night Shyamalan was not very good.The dialogues and the acting were really bad and when the action start,after 10 minutes it's over and they are again talking.The movie was still enjoyable even if it's not realistic at all.… Expand
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s28pudJun 26, 2015
Quite possibly the funniest non-intentionally funny film I've ever seen. This is due to the excruciatingly bad acting, a script seemingly written by a 5 year old and a ridiculous plot. All of these things make this film extremely entertainingQuite possibly the funniest non-intentionally funny film I've ever seen. This is due to the excruciatingly bad acting, a script seemingly written by a 5 year old and a ridiculous plot. All of these things make this film extremely entertaining and definitely worth a watch just for a laugh.… Expand
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ScorpioZeroJun 12, 2019
Really good for 2008. this is the movie what we needed, almost like Bird box, but effects in this movie is better, and storyline also
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FalloutdoodAug 15, 2020
Simply amazing. It's one of the funniest movies I've ever seen made all the more better by the cast playing it absolutely straight.
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IGORISIGORDec 26, 2022
igor here igor likey moovie igor fave ackotor marky mark marky mark foght plant monskters til planet monskter die anf go to planet planet hollywood amd have lunch good spaqetti marky mark naked and say it marking time and flexly he arms andigor here igor likey moovie igor fave ackotor marky mark marky mark foght plant monskters til planet monskter die anf go to planet planet hollywood amd have lunch good spaqetti marky mark naked and say it marking time and flexly he arms and the plant monskter go noooooooo he too silky smooth and he die end… Expand
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