SMS

A mysterious event causes people across the globe to commit mass suicide, leaving survivors to question the cause and their own survival. As the population dwindles, science teacher Elliot Moore and his pregnant wife Alma try to escape the unfolding apocalypse. They join a group of survivors desperately seeking a safe haven from the unseen killer.

SMS received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, becoming one of M. Night Shyamalan's most critically panned films. It was criticized for its slow pacing, nonsensical plot, and wooden performances, though some acknowledged its unsettling premise.

• The film suffers from a weak script and inconsistent tone.

• Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

• The premise is intriguing but ultimately fails to deliver a satisfying conclusion.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's plot and execution, with many finding it slow and anticlimactic. Some appreciated the initial premise of an unexplained global event but felt the film did not live up to its potential.

The film's original script was titled 'The Green Effect' and was about a deadly airborne virus. M. Night Shyamalan reworked it to be about an environmental disaster caused by humanity's impact on nature.