Blank Check with Griffin & David Trap
Aug 11, 2024
Dive into the twisted world of M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller, where serial killers and father-daughter dynamics meet. Explore the chaotic fun of concerts and the hilarity of a basketball game with a quirky mascot. Unpack Josh Hartnett's surprising career evolution and dissect the psychological depths of horror cinema. Join a lighthearted journey exploring the absurdities of film marketing and the emotional intricacies that blend humor with terror, all wrapped in a vivid discussion about storytelling and audience reactions.
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Interview at Ravenwood
- David Sims interviewed M. Night Shyamalan at his Pennsylvania compound, Ravenwood.
- The compound includes Shyamalan's offices and a mansion with a basement movie theater.
Family Collaboration
- M. Night Shyamalan's daughter, Saleka, wrote and performed the music for "Trap."
- This collaboration stemmed from Shyamalan's desire to incorporate his daughter's music into a film.
Uncomfortable Identification
- "Trap" is designed to make the audience identify with the protagonist, a serial killer.
- This creates discomfort and subverts typical thriller expectations.