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2002 · 106 min · PG-13

Signs

Directed by M. Night Shyamalan · Thriller, Science Fiction, Horror

Signs (2002) is a Thriller film, directed by M. Night Shyamalan set in Pennsylvania during the 2000s. It runs 106 minutes and is rated PG-13.

A alien invasion, with a tense and contemplative tone. Themes of faith / religion, grief & loss, and family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
James Newton Howard
Cinematography
Tak Fujimoto
Cast
Mel GibsonJoaquin PhoenixRory CulkinAbigail BreslinCherry JonesM. Night ShyamalanPatricia KalemberTed Sutton

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Pennsylvania
Setting
Rural
When
2000s

Premise & themes

Premise
Alien Invasion
Themes
Faith / ReligionGrief & LossFamily & Loyalty
Tone
TenseContemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadEnsemble
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Pure Fiction

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