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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 Hollywood Reporter
Ishana Night Shyamalan's debut horror film "The Watchers," starring Dakota Fanning, fails to deliver suspense or scares despite its atmospheric setting and polished production. The plot, centered around Irish folklore and faeries, is bogged down by clichés and lackluster storytelling, making it less disturbing and more dull.
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gizmodo
The Watchers, produced by M. Night Shyamalan and directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, explores Irish folklore through a horror narrative. The film, based on A.M. Shine's book, stars Dakota Fanning as an artist trapped in an eerie Irish woodland with supernatural creatures demanding nightly performances. The director and cast discuss the film's focus on mythology, the imagined creatures, and the ensemble's dynamic, drawing inspiration from classic gothic fairy tales. The Watchers releases on June 7.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Ishana Night Shyamalan, daughter of M. Night Shyamalan, premiered her directorial debut "The Watchers" in New York. The film, adapted from A.M. Shine's gothic horror novel, features Dakota Fanning and follows a group held captive by mysterious creatures. Ishana praised her supportive and collaborative relationship with her father, who served as an executive producer. The film, which blends horror and fantasy, hits theaters on Friday.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Ishana Night Shyamalan directs Dakota Fanning in "The Watchers," a horror film based on A.M. Shine's novel and influenced by Irish folklore. Set in Ireland, the story follows Mina, an American whose car breaks down in a forest, leading her to seek shelter with others from mysterious creatures. The film emphasizes Ireland's mystical landscape and folklore, with Shyamalan and Fanning discussing the film's themes and production challenges. "The Watchers" releases in North America on June 7 and internationally on June 5.