Maybe it's because I've been too focused on my own stuff for a while (preparing syllabi, etc.), but the 'majority opinion' on "The Village" from those who talked to ME about it has been pretty positive.

Maybe it's just that the people who don't get this film -- who expected it to be something fast-paced and thrilling, rather than deliberately paced and thought-provoking -- are a bit louder in their views?

Anyway, I'm also glad that you share my love for "Unbreakable", since I didn't think that film got as much notice and appreciation for its deeper themes as it deserved.

Thank you for taking the time to comment!