Since 1999, M. Night Shyamalan’s movies have been synonymous with the supernatural; the out of this world. And like the man himself, they are often shrouded in secrecy, unraveling in enchanting storylines and plot twists that not only continue to amaze, but evoke certain questioning of some of humanity’s most basic fabrics. Shyamalan’s latest venture The Village, about a small remote community locked away by the uncertain surroundings of their location, could very well be his most challenging film yet. But what do you expect from someone who turned down opportunities to work with Spielberg, Lucas; and a shot to direct a sure moneymaker in Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban? Only the best. Was there something special that attracted you to that landscape for the film? Shyamalan: It’s very hard to find a plot of land in the middle of...
Read MoreAdrien Brody’s career has gone from good to great since winning the Oscar for his portrayal of Jewish musician Wladyslaw Szpilman in Roman Polanski’s The Pianist. Having initially struggled to cement his name into the lights of Hollywood, Brody absolved any doubt with his award-winning performance. He currently stars in M. Night Shyamalan’s latest vehicle The Village, and is set to appear in the upcoming features The Jacket, and Peter Jackson’s King Kong. Both slated for release in 2005. So you … hate to make this sound bad … but you make a pretty good village idiot. Brody: Oh yeah? Thank you. Does that sound bad? It¹s a compliment I guess. I mean it doesn’t bother me, that is why I took the job. I did a lot of research for that. It’s a complicated role and its more than just playing a guy...
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