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The Village (2004)

The Village (2004)
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M. Night Shyamalan, the creative mind behind The Sixth Sense and Signs, wrote and directed this characteristically atmospheric thriller. The rustic village of Covington is a small town in rural Pennsylvania that is home to 60 souls. The citizens of Covington lead a quiet and peaceful life, but not without an unusual caveat -- terrible creatures lurk just outside the borders of the village, and the people of Covington have reached an agreement of sorts with the beasts, in which they are allowed to go about their business as long as they never cross the village's boundaries. However, this precarious balance is upset when a headstrong young man, Lucius Hunt (Joaquin Phoenix), decides to find out what lies outside Covington, and unwittingly invites the wrath of the creatures upon the town. The Village also stars Sigourney Weaver, William Hurt, Adrien Brody, Judy Greer, and Bryce Dallas Howard; both Kirsten Dunst and Ashton Kutcher were at one time attached to the project, but both left the cast before filming began. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Starring:
Joaquin PhoenixBryce Dallas Howard, (more)
Director(s):
M. Night Shyamalan
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of The Village

M. Night Shyamalan, the creative mind behind The Sixth Sense and Signs, wrote and directed this characteristically atmospheric thriller. The rustic village of Covington is a small town in rural Pennsylvania that is home to 60 souls. The citizens of Covington lead a quiet and peaceful life, but not without an unusual caveat -- terrible creatures lurk just outside the borders of the village, and the people of Covington have reached an agreement of sorts with the beasts, in which they are allowed to go about their business as long as they never cross the village's boundaries. However, this precarious balance is upset when a headstrong young man, Lucius Hunt (Joaquin Phoenix), decides to find out what lies outside Covington, and unwittingly invites the wrath of the creatures upon the town. The Village also stars Sigourney Weaver, William Hurt, Adrien Brody, Judy Greer, and Bryce Dallas Howard; both Kirsten Dunst and Ashton Kutcher were at one time attached to the project, but both left the cast before filming began. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
108 mins

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Director(s):
M. Night Shyamalan
Writer(s):
M. Night Shyamalan
Producer(s):
M. Night ShyamalanScott RudinSam Mercer
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13(Violence, Scary Moments)
Categories:
Mystery & Suspense
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    Nicholas B.

    I was expecting a "monster" thriller, and while it wasn't that, it was very well thought out. It was different and really kept me thinking. I thought the acting was superb, I don't know why this movie has gotten so many bad reviews. Must be from those viewers who were expecting horror, blood, and guts. That stuff is a dime a dozen! This one is a unique film....

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    John R.

    Easily my second favorite Shyamalan film. Very awesome idea with a terrific cast, great locations, and incredible atmosphere. Have watched this many times and still find it enjoyable even knowing the outcome.

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    Marc D.

    I love the premise of this movie as well as its creepy atmosphere and twist (something I suspected early on but wasn't sure of). Incidentally, I see in this story a very good example/metaphor for how fundamentalist religions are born. Definitely thought-provoking if you allow it to be.

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