Sign X
Sign X

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Sign X

2003
Movie
Adult · 18+
90 min
German

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Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes39%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users74%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Mystery, Drama

Plot Summary

Graham Hess, a former Episcopal priest, left his faith after his wife's tragic death. He now lives on a farm with his two children, Morgan and Bo, and his younger brother, Merrill. The family's quiet life is shattered by the appearance of a series of mysterious crop circles, which escalate into a terrifying global invasion by extraterrestrial beings.

Critical Reception

Signs received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and performances, particularly Mel Gibson's. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the ending to be disappointing, especially given the elaborate build-up.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and an anticlimactic resolution.

  • Seen as a slower, more character-driven alien invasion film.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspense and the emotional performances, with many finding the mystery compelling. However, a significant portion of viewers were disappointed by the reveal of the aliens and the resolution of the invasion plot.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound design for the alien creature was created using a combination of pig squeals, whale songs, and a distorted synthesizer.

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