Analyzing the Absurdities in 'The Happening'

The chapter delves into a critical analysis of the movie 'The Happening', pointing out the flaws, inconsistencies, and absurdities present in the plot, character behaviors, and acting performances. The hosts humorously dissect the illogical explanations, questionable character choices, and lack of coherence in the storyline, particularly emphasizing Mark Wahlberg's portrayal as the less-than-heroic hero. They discuss peculiar moments in the film, like unexplained character motivations, comical attempts at providing explanations, and quirky scenes that add to the overall absurdity of the movie.

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