Critical Approaches to the Films of M. Night Shyamalan

Focusing on auteur director M. Night Shyamalan, this collection features essays from prominent film scholars analyzing his Hollywood blockbusters, from The Sixth Sense to The Happening. The contributors examine themes, aesthetics, and marketing strategies, highlighting Shyamalan's "star status" within the film industry. This work represents the first serious academic inquiry into his films, providing a comprehensive analysis of his contributions to cinema and the cultural impact of his work.