The Loser
The Loser

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The Loser

2019
Movie
7 min
English

A horribly failed interview. A meeting of great minds. David Shields, Bret Easton Ellis and some loser.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic43
Google Users71%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Years after the events of Split, David Dunn seeks to capture 'The Beast' in a series of intense encounters, while discovering that ordinary people may not be so ordinary. However, the return of a sinister figure from his past complicates his mission, blurring the lines between heroism and villainy. As the confrontation escalates, the true nature of their extraordinary abilities is revealed, leading to an unexpected climax.

Critical Reception

Glass received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its pacing, convoluted plot, and disappointing conclusion to the trilogy. However, some praised the performances of the main cast and the ambition of Shyamalan's vision. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the connections to the previous films while others felt it failed to live up to expectations.

What Reviewers Say

  • While ambitious, the film struggles to effectively tie together its complex narrative threads.

  • Performances are a highlight, particularly from James McAvoy and Anya Taylor-Joy.

  • The conclusion to the trilogy is widely seen as anticlimactic and a missed opportunity.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with many praising the performances and the connections to the previous films. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be convoluted and the ending to be unsatisfying, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The film's climactic fight scene was choreographed to pay homage to classic superhero movie battles.

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