“Old” is a 2021 American psychological thriller film directed and produced by M. Night Shyamalan. The movie follows a group of vacationers who visit a secluded beach that ages them rapidly, reducing their entire lives into a single day. The group must find a way to escape the beach before it’s too late.
Review:
“Old” received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Shyamalan’s direction and the film’s themes, while others criticized the screenplay and pacing. The performances of the cast, which includes Gael Garcia Bernal, Vicky Krieps, and Alex Wolff, were widely praised. Despite the mixed reception, the film performed well at the box office and has gained a dedicated following among fans of Shyamalan’s work.
Awards:
As of now, “Old” has not received any major awards or nominations.
Popularity:
“Old” was a commercial success, grossing over $80 million worldwide, and continues to be popular among fans of Shyamalan’s work. The film’s unique premise and twists have generated a lot of discussion and debate among viewers, further contributing to its popularity.
| Directed by | M. Night Shyamalan |
|---|---|
| Screenplay by | M. Night Shyamalan |
| Based on | Sandcastle by Pierre Oscar Levy, Frederik Peeters |
| Produced by | M. Night Shyamalan Marc Bienstock Ashwin Rajan |
| Starring | Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Rufus Sewell, Alex Wolff, Thomasin McKenzie, Abbey Lee, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Ken Leung, Eliza Scanlen, Aaron Pierre, Embeth Davidtz, Emun Elliott, |
| Cinematography | Michael Gioulakis |
| Edited by | Brett M. Reed |
| Music by | Trevor Gureckis |
| Production companies |
Perfect World Pictures Blinding Edge Pictures |
| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
| Release date | July 19, 2021 (Jazz at Lincoln Center) July 23, 2021 (United States) |
| Running time | 108 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $18 million |
| Box office | $90.1 million |
