Trap lands soft Rotten Tomatoes rating after mixed reviews

As a longtime fan of M. Night Shyamalan’s works, I must say that his latest offering, “Trap”, left me feeling somewhat divided. On one hand, I appreciated the clever setup and Josh Hartnett’s well-calibrated performance. However, on the other hand, I found the premise to be a tad far-fetched, and the lack of depth was noticeable.

As a hardcore gamer, I’ve just dived into M. Night Shyamalan’s latest cinematic adventure, “Trap”. Unfortunately, it seems the gaming community’s verdict on this one is divided, with an average Rotten Tomatoes rating that’s softer than a well-worn controller after hours of intense play.

In the movie, Josh Hartnett and Ariel Donoghue play a father-daughter duo who attend a pop concert. However, it’s not just an ordinary concert; Saleka Shyamalan is performing as Lady Raven, but unbeknownst to them, the event is actually a covert police operation aimed at apprehending a notorious serial killer.

Today, the suspenseful movie has hit American theaters (August 2), while it’s scheduled for a UK release on August 9th.

As a gamer, I’ve just checked out the latest feedback on the review aggregator site, and the movie’s rating stands at 49%, based on 72 reviews.

The movie has been lauded for its intelligent plot structure (clever set-up) and the convincing portrayal of Harnett’s character (well-calibrated performance). Nevertheless, some viewers found the storyline implausible (far-fetched premise) and felt it lacked substance or complexity (lack of depth).

Here’s what some of them have to say:

The Wrap

“Trap lacks the complexity found in Shyamalan’s signature movies, as well as the distinctive theatrics of his most unforgettable bizarre endeavors. However, it stands out as one of his strongest suspenseful narratives.”

Vanity Fair

Shyamalan lays a strong base for his films, typically by introducing a smart plot, an engaging main character, and a culturally rich setting. However, the polished appearance of Trap doesn’t last long, revealing hidden flaws in its construction.

Variety

Proposing something so unrealistic to an audience verges on being offensive, and to put it simply: It’s just not enjoyable.

The Guardian

“The movie ‘Trap’, while aiming to be clever, often comes across as overly complex. If only it recognized its own lack of intelligence, it could have been much more entertaining.”

The Observer

In my perspective, just as anticipated, there are borderline absurd twists that could leave you either chuckling or gasping – a delightful mix of humor and suspense. Unlike some of M. Night’s more recent works which had me questioning whether the storyteller was in on the joke, this time around it feels like he has a clear vision and is skillfully executing his plan.

The Daily Beast

In a gripping game of chase reminiscent of cat-and-mouse, while it may present some irrational elements, these are overshadowed by the excitement it offers. Moreover, the lead actor, Josh Harnett, demonstrates his skill in portraying the darker aspects of fatherhood with great proficiency.

Trap will be released in UK cinemas on August 9.

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2024-08-03 01:49