His last good movie as of 2011

Rating: 9/10 (15 February 2011)

Why does every movie have to be about 'figuring it out'. This movie was about that, but it was also about creating an interesting story that filled your sense of wonder with a really odd world you cant quite grasp. Good characters, good plot, and its just original.
I liked Signs for similar reasons. I think MNS's strength was putting a realistic spin on sci-fi and fantasy. He had a unique way of introducing you in to those realms from the point of view of a realistic, non-fiction character. The Village is another example, and it succeeded.
I couldn't stand the Lady in the Water and The Happening. Those movies started out interesting, but then they turn in to clichÃ©, pop culture, gimmicky movies. The Village manages to keep the intrigue all the way through. Its unique and worth seeing.