Posts Tagged ‘Unbreakable’
Music in the movies: James Newton Howard
Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 by Rohan
A movie’s music is one of its most important aspects; a characteristic that is often taken for granted. A film can reveal so much within its music. Beyond the creepy background music of thrillers that tells you the killer is around the corner, music has the ability to expose characters’ feelings, actions, and a film’s tensions. Thanks to Den of Geek for the article and in their latest music in the movies column, Den of Geek salutes the work of James Newton Howard, the purveyor of themes for many M.Night Shyamalan films.
An accomplished musician at a young age, James Newton Howard studied at the USC School of music, and after he graduated, began a career as a session musician, working with some of the biggest names in the business before embarking on a career as a composer for film and TV. He composed the iconic score for the TV show ER, as well as scoring a wealth of memorable scores for movies over the years.
With the imminent release of The Last Airbender on Blu-ray and DVD, I thought now would be the ideal time to look at his work with the director M. Night Shyamalan, as well as two of my other favourites in his back catalogue…
Framed: Unbreakable
Thursday, November 4th, 2010 by Rohan
The folks from Cinematical runs a column every Thursday called “Framed” to celebrate the artistry of cinema — one frame at a time. Personally, I like the idea and I even love it now since they have “Unbreakable” on their list. Like every other website they commence their article discussing how M.Night Shyamalan was one of the brightest film directors and now he is going down. Hey, at least that’s their opinion and our opinion differs from theirs for it is clearly showing where Shyamalan is heading with his career. Despite the brutality of the critics against “The Last Airbender” the film has earned over $300 million worldwide and ‘Devil’ doing great as well. And, not to forget, Shyamalan’s clash with Smiths for a new project called “One Thousand A.E.”.
Anyways, I can go on, yet at least they have better things to say about the beauty of Unbreakable. And, it’s nice how they have discussed carefully every frame. It’s worth the visit and to read.
Shyamalan was offered ‘Superman’ & ‘Batman’
Saturday, October 16th, 2010 by Rohan
One of the directors the studio went to was M. Night Shyamalan, who was just coming off his massive hit “The Sixth Sense.” “I had conversations with Warner Bros about ‘Superman’ and ‘Batman,’” Shyamalan told MTV.
He added that all that thinking about comic books got him excited about making an original superhero movie. “If they haven’t called, I probably wouldn’t have done ‘Unbreakable,’” Shyamalan explained. “It was thinking about ‘Superman’ and ‘Batman,’ and how I would do it.”
Sourc: MTV
‘Unbreakable’: Giveaway
Friday, October 15th, 2010 by Rohan
Looks like the folks from MTV are the big fans of M.Night Shyamlan’s dark superhero film “Unbreakable”. They brought M.Night Shyamalan into town last week for a look back on the film 10 years after it first hit theatres and whoever attended the special screening at the New York Comic Con 2010, MTV give away bunch autographed posters, copies of the movie, and various other promo items at the panel, yet that’s not it.
There is more “Unbreakable” stuff to give away including tickets to next weeks’s screening of ‘Unbreakable’ at the Philadelphia Film Festival.
Here is what MTV is giving away:
- “Unbreakable” t-shirts (two styles) in sizes L-XXL. There are limited numbers of certain sizes and designs, but I’ll try to make sure winners get as close to the size they’re looking for as possible.
- “Unbreakable” fitted hats in sizes M and L.
M.Night at NY Comic Con 2010
Thursday, October 14th, 2010 by Rohan
Thanks to MTV News for hosting an event that took a look at one of the first dark superhero films of the decade: M.Night Shyamalan’s “UNBREAKABLE”. M.Night Shyamalan himself was also present at the event. The filmmaker had the chance to sit and talk about Unbreakable, fans and also a possible sequel to the movie. Thanks to the folks at MTV for the videos. Check out the videos below and post your comments on what do you think of the event.
There are more selected highlights from the 60 minute panel. View the rest of entry for more videos. We are all fans of M.Night Shyamalan and his work, so check back soon for more information on “Unbreakable” sequel.
“Night” will be coming out into the light
Monday, October 11th, 2010 by Rohan
Academy Award nominated director M.Night Shyamalan, who shoots his films in the Philadelphia region and is most famous for “The Sixth Sense” will celebrate the first-decade anniversary of “Unbreakable.” The filmmaker will appear at a screening and answer questions afterward. The intriguing PG-13 fantasy thriller stars Bruce Willis, Samul L. Jackson and Robin Wright.
According to Sharon Pinkenson, executive director of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office, his appearance ranks as a wonderful opportunity for movie fans.
“I’m excited about the 10th anniversary of ‘Unbreakable’ and I’m thrilled that Night is presenting the film,” she said at a Center City media gathering to announce the festival’s guests and schedule. “He’s getting in touch with Philadelphia fans who admire him so much.”
“10th Anniversary Screening of ‘Unbreakable’/An Evening With M. Night Shyamalan” will be held Oct. 21 at 7:20 p.m. at the Prince Music Theater.
In addition to celebrating “Unbreakable,” the festival will be showing another 106 films from Oct. 14 to 24.
Visit their site to obtain more information about the festival and other films. http://pff10.org/
Thanks to Burlington County Times
Shyamalan speaks at New York Comic Con
Monday, October 11th, 2010 by Rohan
Writer/Director/Producer M.Night Shyamalan was present at New York City Comic Con 2010 this past weekend. His 2000 hit superhero film “Unbreakable” was screened and he took the time to answer some questions and reveals some information on the sequel. Read on below the 10 best quotes about his regrets, plans and all things ‘Unbreakable’.
10. On shooting ‘Unbreakable’ without coverage:
“There are hunters and there are gatherers. Most filmmakers are gatherers and we gather and gather [footage] and see what we have in the editing room, but I’m a hunter. Kubrick was a hunter. You just pick [your shot] and go and don’t care about anything else. If I don’t get what the movie wanted, then I’m okay living with that.”
9. On DVD commentaries:
“I don’t do them – they feel like gynecological exams.”
New York City ComicCon: Unbreakable: Ten Years Later Panel
Sunday, October 10th, 2010 by Specter
At NYCC’s “Unbreakable: Ten Years Later” panel with M. Night Shyamalan, the director made his first Comic Con appearance of any kind, period. He encountered an enthusiastic crowd and discussed ideas for Unbreakable 2 that have never come to fruition.
After showing a clip from Unbreakable, Shyamalan met the crowd to a rapturous applause and began recounting the criticism of the film had measured. He remembered how a Carrot Top movie that had been released the same time as Unbreakable had received higher praise from particular news outlets. Indeed, this panel was a vindication of sorts for the director.
MTV presents ‘Unbreakable’ at NY Comic Con 2010
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 by Rohan
I thought we are the only ones obsessed with M.Night Shyamalan’s superhero thriller ‘Unbreakable’, but according to MTV’s Splash Page those folks are showing off their love and obsession of ‘Unbreakable’ in a different, yet unique manner. It’s a good news for all the M.Night Shyamalan fans out there and thanks to MTV for it.
M.Night Shyamalan’s dark superhero tale first hit theatres in 2000. After MTV pestering M.Night Shyamalan about a potential sequel for years and recently discovering that we might actually see it, but just not Unbreakable 2. MTV is making their collective love for the film official with a special 10th Anniversary panel during New York Comic Con attended by M.Night Shyamalan himself.
“MTV Presents ‘Unbreakable: Ten Years Later’ With M. Night Shyamalan” will be held Sunday, October 10, at 12:45 PM in the IGN Theater. And check it out the awesome trailer for the film below.
‘Unbreakable 2′ repurposed for ‘Night Chronicles’
Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 by Rohan
MTV Movies recently had the chance to sit with Writer/Director/Producer M.Night Shyamalan where Shyamalan was again asked about the possibility of a sequel to his 2000 dark superhero film “Unbreakable”. Previously M.Night Shyamalan stated that he is looking for the right story for “Unbreakable 2″, yet we were not sure if M.Night Shyamalan was seriously considering a sequel to Unbreakable.
It’s a great news for all the fans out there because M.Night Shyamalan revealed that his “Unbreakable 2″ story will indeed hit the big screens, but as a completely different film.
“I cannibalized the idea for the sequel to ‘Unbreakable’ for one of the ‘Night Chronicles,’” revealed Shyamalan.
“It was such a cool idea for a villain, and it was actually originally in the script for ‘Unbreakable,’ and it was too much,” he said of his reasons for excising the element that was intended to become “Unbreakable 2.” “There were too many villains, so I pulled this villain out and was like, ‘I’ll make this the second flick.’”
However, as the filmmaker got caught up in other projects and “Unbreakable 2″ became less likely, the seed of that idea still managed to grow.
“I fleshed it out more and more, and thought, ‘This could be a standalone movie,’” he said. “I’ll just say it: the third ‘Night Chronicles’ movie is what would have been the sequel [to 'Unbreakable']. So now I need to come up with a new idea.”
Shyamalan also semi-validated “Unbreakable” fans’ appreciation for the 2000 film, admitting that it’s also one of his own favorites.
“Literally, that’s the question I get asked the most anywhere around the world — if I’m making the sequel to ‘Unbreakable,’” he laughed. “I love that movie. ‘Unbreakable’ and ‘The Village’ are my favorite two movies of mine.”
What you guys think about a sequel to Unbreakable?
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