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M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap' Blends Concert Thrills with Serial Killer Suspense

Inspired by Taylor Swift's Eras Tour and a real-life sting operation, the film features a unique mix of live concert and thriller elements.

  • Josh Hartnett stars as a father who takes his daughter to a concert that turns into a police operation.
  • The film's concept was pitched as 'Silence of the Lambs' at a Taylor Swift concert.
  • Shyamalan directed an actual concert for the film, emphasizing its authenticity.
  • The story draws from the 1985 Operation Flagship, where fugitives were lured to a stadium with free NFL tickets.
  • Shyamalan aims to push for more original storytelling in the film industry.
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