I guess it happened...

Rating: 1/10 (13 June 2008)

I normally never comment on movies for the sheer fact that I never really have ten lines worth of information to provide. Generally, I either like a movie or I thing it's just okay. I -really- disliked The Happening; let me tell you why.
Above and beyond all else, I would love to know what happened to the acting in this film. I pretty much enjoy any movie starring Mark Wahlberg. This role was a step backwards for him. His acting was flat and the character he portrayed was absurd. I couldn't "believe" that Elliot was a real person. For that matter, I couldn't "believe" Alma was either. There was such a huge lack of emotion for both of these roles by both of the actors that portrayed the leads. That was the movie's first downfall.
The second was the story line. I see -where- he was trying to go, and don't get me wrong, it wasn't a bad idea. It was just horribly executed. I'll say no more than that so I don't accidentally ruin it for those of you that still want to see it.
I guess that's really all I found lacking in this film, but without strong characters and a good story line, what's the point? I'd steer clear of this movie and wait for the DVD rental if you -have- to see it.