Let’s be clear: The Happening isn’t one of those “Well, it’s set during Christmas!” movies that smart-ass cinema fans keep trying to sneak into the Christmas canon, like Die Hard or Batman Returns. It isn’t even a cozy winter-wonderland movie: It’s a sunny summertime story. And it isn’t a “lost gem” that was unfairly derided in its day, then rediscovered as a cult classic. The Happening is a terrible movie. But it’s hilariously terrible — one of the best “I can’t believe they thought this was a good idea” viewing experiences of the modern era. And it’s a movie tailor-made for collective watching, for a lot of reasons.
M. Night Shyamalan’s The Happening is terrible, but the perfect Christmas movie
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This is an intriguing take on The Happening! It’s interesting to see how a film that’s generally considered poor can still find a unique place in holiday viewing. Your perspective adds a fun twist to the usual holiday movie lineup.
I’m glad you found it intriguing! It’s fascinating how films that are typically panned can take on new meanings in different contexts, like using their themes for holiday reflection. The Happening’s unique blend of tension and seasonal cheer definitely makes for an unconventional Christmas experience!