It’s “Happening” all over again.Almost 15 years since the premiere of M.
Night Shyamalan’s oft-spoofed flop “The Happening,” lead star Zooey Deschanel is back defending her role in the 2008 box office bomb.
In an interview with The Guardian using fan-requested questions, Deschanel joked that “The Happening” was “pretty universally not loved” despite Shyamalan’s best attempts.“The director, M.
Night Shyamalan – Night – had a strong vision and we were all trying to do what he wanted,” Deschanel explained.
“I trusted him, because he’s a great filmmaker.
I didn’t know until I saw the film, but I think he was going for a stylized horror, like ‘The Birds,’ and maybe people didn’t get that.”She added, “I had a blast working with Night and Mark Wahlberg, but while I’ve done serious drama, I’m not sure I fit with thrillers.
I find most joy in doing comedy.
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