Renowned filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan shares his journey with the love story script 'Labor of Love' he wrote at 22, exploring themes of love, marriage, and creative struggles. He reflects on time management, self-improvement, and balancing light and dark themes in storytelling. Shyamalan contemplates letting go of a screenplay that holds personal significance after 30 years.

Director M. Night Shyamalan discusses the challenges of screenplay writing, exploring his cinematic journey and the allure of failure. He reflects on 'Labor of Love', a script that has haunted him for 30 years, and transitions from emotional to genre storytelling. Shyamalan reveals personal reasons for rejecting projects and contemplates the evolution of perception in filmmaking.

Ryan Reynolds, known for his wit in reviving Marvel characters, Hugh Jackman, renowned for his iconic roles in the same universe, and filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan join the discussion. They dive into the resurgence of beloved franchises like Deadpool and Wolverine while critiquing contemporary superhero narratives. The conversation also touches on the intriguing dynamics behind Blake Lively's drama with Justin Baldoni and the unique storytelling in Shyamalan's latest project, 'Trap,' showcasing performances and the evolution of film today.

M. Night Shyamalan, the master of twist endings, discusses his new film, Trap! Robert Downey Jr. dives into his lucrative dealings with Disney while reflecting on Deadpool and Wolverine's box office triumphs. Harrison Ford teases insights about a Red Hulk feature. The trio dishes on juicy Marvel rumors, including upcoming Avengers projects. They also touch on the new Hellboy trailer and provide updates on Squid Game's future seasons, blending humor with thrilling industry gossip.

In this lively discussion, renowned filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan and actor Josh Hartnett dive into the wild world of 'Trap,' a thriller where a father and daughter navigate a chaotic concert under police siege. They humorously critique the film's extravagant plot twists and the peculiar decision-making of its characters. The conversation also touches on the infectious vibes of Stray Kids' 'Chick Chick Boom' and the respectful storytelling found in true crime narratives. Join them for a mix of chaos, comedy, and catchy tunes!

Elric Kane and Brian Saur, hosts of the ‘Pure Cinema Podcast,’ join Sean to talk about ‘Knock at the Cabin’ and provide some double-feature recommendations for our favorite M. Night Shyamalan films (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by Shyamalan himself to talk about his career and his new film (1:08:00).Host: Sean FennesseyGuests: M. Night Shyamalan, Elric Kane, and Brian SaurProducer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Haley Joel Osment, best known for his role in 'The Sixth Sense', joins acclaimed director M. Night Shyamalan for a thought-provoking discussion. They reflect on the film's massive cultural impact and its influence on Shyamalan's career, from initial triumphs to later challenges. The duo dives into the art of subtle filmmaking, the emotional depth required in performances, and the struggles actors face as they transition from childhood stardom. They also contemplate the enduring legacy of a famous quote and its significance in pop culture.

Shawnae Dixon announces NYC Soul Food Festival, while Joe Jonas teases new album, M. Night Shyamalan discusses movie 'Trap' with daughter Saleka. They play forgiveness songs, talk moon caves and life cheat codes.

M. Night Shyamalan spoke with Guy as part of NPR's Storytelling Lounge at this year's Sundance Film Festival. Night is known for writing, producing and directing blockbuster films like The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable and Split. Despite his many successes, Night shares that he still faces self-doubt, fearing every new project may be his last. He spoke with Guy about the production of his new film Old and the new season of his Apple TV Plus show Servant, both of which were filmed during the pandemic. These conversations are excerpts from our How I Built Resilience series, where Guy talks online with founders and industry leaders about how they're navigating turbulent times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest: M. Night Shyamalan, Filmmaker known for directing The Sixth Sense and Signs. In this episode, the hosts discuss M. Night Shyamalan's movie adaptation of The Last Airbender, highlighting the lack of twists compared to his other works. They criticize the inconsistency in the visual representation of firebenders and the absence of humor in the movie. The speakers also discuss the portrayal of characters, inconsistencies and changes in the movie adaptation, and dilution of the reasoning behind Zuko's banishment.