The Man in My Basement is an eerie psychodrama featuring Willem Dafoe as a sinister guest, exploring themes of racism, capitalism, and exploitation through a labyrinthine narrative set in 1990s Sag Harbor, where a black man rents his basement to a mysterious white businessman, leading to a nightmarish psychological confrontation.
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.