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M. Night Shyamalan's New Thriller "Trap" Unveils Intense Trailer




Just two months after his daughter Ishana Night Shyamalan makes her big-screen debut with the horror movie "The Watchers," M. Night Shyamalan is back with his latest thriller, "Trap." The brand-new trailer offers a closer look at the madness that awaits.

M. Night Shyamalan’s new thriller for Warner Bros. marks the sixteenth film in his Oscar-nominated career. Originally set for release on August 9, 2024, "Trap" will now hit theaters nationwide a week earlier, on August 2, 2024.



Plot and Cast

In this upcoming thriller, Josh Hartnett stars as a father who, along with his teen daughter, attends a pop concert only to find themselves at the center of a dark and sinister event. The film promises to be an intense Hitchcockian thrill ride, with Hartnett's character creating mischief during the concert—though not the good kind.

Written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, "Trap" features a stellar cast including Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Shyamalan, Hayley Mills, and Allison Pill. The film is produced by Ashwin Rajan, Marc Bienstock, and M. Night Shyamalan, with Steven Schneider serving as the executive producer.



Trailer Insights

The new trailer reveals that the pop concert is actually an elaborate trap designed to catch The Butcher, a sadistic serial killer who has been evading authorities. Saleka Shyamalan stars as fictional pop star Lady Raven, adding another layer of intrigue to the film. Josh Hartnett has described the mysterious film as “very bizarre” and “very dark.”



Behind the Scenes

The film boasts an impressive crew:

  • Director of Photography: Sayombhu Mukdeeprom ("Call Me by Your Name")

  • Production Designer: Debbie de Villa ("The Hating Game")

  • Editor: Noëmi Preiswerk

  • Original Songs: Written, produced, and performed by Saleka Night Shyamalan

  • Music: Herdĭs Stefănsdŏttir ("Knock at the Cabin")

  • Music Supervisor: Susan Jacobs ("Old")

  • Costume Designer: Caroline Duncan ("Old")

  • VFX Supervisor: Javier Marcheselli ("Dune")

  • Casting: Douglas Aibel ("Asteroid City")




Watch the Trailer

Check out the new official trailer below, which features Hartnett in the midst of the chaos at the pop concert. "Trap" looks like it’s shaping up to be an intense, edge-of-your-seat experience.





Don't miss out on what promises to be another thrilling addition to M. Night Shyamalan's impressive filmography. Mark your calendars for August 2, 2024, and get ready for a cinematic experience like no other.

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