M. Night Shyamalan's new movie "Trap" disappoints with a predictable plot and lack of suspense.
PRADEEP AHALAWAT
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AUGUST 3, 2024 4:41 PM
The twist in "Trap" is revealed too early, ruining the tension.
The movie's plot has many holes and relies heavily on coincidences.
Josh Hartnett gives a strong performance as the conflicted serial killer.
The concert scenes, meant to be thrilling, fall flat and fail to engage the audience
Shyamalan's daughter, Saleka Shyamalan, performs in the movie but her talent is underutilized.
The police characters in "Trap" are portrayed as incompetent and ineffective.
The film attempts to set up a sequel with an unsatisfying and shameless climax.
Despite the film's flaws, Hartnett's portrayal of a dual-natured character stands out.
"Trap" is unlikely to reach the heights of Shyamalan's earlier successes like "The Sixth Sense."