James McAvoy, Anya Taylor-Joy, Haley Lu Richardson, Jessica Sula, Betty Buckley, Brad William Henke

M. Night Shyamalan

I kind of feel sorry for M. Night Shyamalan. Despite the fact that the majority of his directorial efforts make people want to drown kittens, I want him to prove his doubters wrong. Yes, this reeks of Stockholm syndrome, but it is true just the same. Somewhere in that head of his is another killer story.

But “Split” isn’t it. Shyamalan explores some interesting ideas about the true worth of a person, the power of belief, and the lengths that the mind will go to normalize things that just aren’t normal (insert your own current events joke here), but the whole turns out to be much less than the sum of its parts. He also pulls a stunt at the end that seems cool in the moment, but sad once removed from the moment.

Kevin (James McAvoy) is a horribly broken man. As a result of childhood trauma, he has developed 23 different personalities, but with the help of therapist Karen Fletcher (Betty Buckley), he has managed to keep them in check and live a normal life, all things considered. One day, though, one of the more dominant personalities assumes control and kidnaps three teenage girls in a mall parking lot. This personality assures the girls that he won’t hurt them, but that is only because he is saving them for The Beast to do with them what he will. Doctor Fletcher has heard about this Beast for years but considers it a bogeyman story the dominant personalities tell the others to keep them in check. The girls’ best chance to escape appears to be Hedwig, the youngest personality in the bunch who has aligned himself with the other dominants.

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There’s a myth that goes a long way back saying that there’s no value in the January transfer market, and that myth often does seem true. However, if this truly is the case, then why do so many clubs take the mid-season opportunity to invest in their squads?

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Birthdays. They’re a blessing for some and perhaps somewhat of a burden for others (once you’ve reached a ripe old age), but they should always be a special day for the celebrant, as they offer a wonderful opportunity to not only surround yourself with family and friends, but to also be the center of attention! If you’re looking for a creative way to celebrate your birthday this year, here are five great ideas that will surely provide you with some creative inspiration.

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You won’t find many cities that are so geared to partying that you can have non-stop entertainment 24/7, but Munich is one place that fits the bill. If you have a yearning for sausages and beer, this capital of Bavaria near Austria, Switzerland and the Czech Republic in southern Germany is the best place to let your hair down with its vibrant nightlife.

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Competitive sports are a great way to stay in shape and have fun, no matter your age. You get exercise and the rush of playing well against others. But if you don’t take the time to get your body in prime condition, then you may not have as much fun as you could.

Whether you play golf, football or tennis, your body runs out of energy quickly as you compete. Pair that with the hot weather that most sports usually take place in, and you may be left feeling tired quicker than your opponents if you don’t sustain your energy. If you want to play your best on game day, here are a few tips that will have you feeling energized all day long.

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