My god are common folk dense, daft, and dumb

Rating: 8/10 (15 June 2008)

This film certainly was not Shyamalan's best piece; however, the broad consensus of 1 star reviews is absolutely preposterous. "The worst movie I have ever seen!.." Really? Was this really the worst movie you have ever seen? As far as 2008 films go, there is no way The Happening is worse than say Vantage Point; yet, everyone seems to think otherwise.
The Happening was charming and entertaining and that's good enough for me. Furthermore, I like to think of myself as somewhat of a critical film connoisseur and even I recognize that a film's sole purpose is to entertain us. Seriously, has everyone forgotten as to why it's called the ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY? Films are not suppose to change your life; they're suppose to invoke fleeting moments of emotion like any other piece of art. So, do us all the favor and step off your pedestal of pompousness; in fact, I challenge everyone who is tearing this film apart to make a better one. Oh yeah you can't because you lack vision, talent, and funding.
Secondly, another absurd pattern I have noticed regarding the reviews is the notion a far-fetched premise. Really? Was the premise of The Happening any more unrealistic than say... seeing dead people!!? Honestly, hating The Happening because of an 'unrealistic premise' is like hating Starwars because of the improbable nature of light-speed travel.