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Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
Ishana Shyamalan's directorial debut, The Watchers (retitled The Watched in the UK and Ireland), struggles with clumsy writing and a lackluster performance from Dakota Fanning. While the film has moments of intrigue and effective horror, it ultimately falls flat with overexplained mythology and a disappointing final act.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Ishana Shyamalan's debut film "The Watchers" is a supernatural horror with elegant direction and a high-concept premise but is marred by clunky dialogue and a predictable twist. While the film showcases her potential to follow in her father M. Night Shyamalan's footsteps, it struggles with character development and a rushed, unsatisfying conclusion. Dakota Fanning stars as Mina, who must navigate a dangerous forest and entertain unseen creatures to survive. The movie is visually striking but ultimately falls flat in its storytelling. Grade: C.