Glass
Glass

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Glass

2017
Movie
0
English

Struggling with the harsh realities that arise in the cusp of adulthood, a young woman is shown a new perspective on life by two unlikely strangers during a night of spontaneous adventure.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic43/100
Google Users72%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Thriller, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Drama, Superhero

Plot Summary

Following the events of Split, David Dunn uses his superhuman strength and indestructible physique to track down Kevin Wendell Crumb, a disturbed individual with 23 distinct personalities. Their climactic encounter at a Philadelphia train station is interrupted by the sudden arrival of Elijah Price, also known as Mr. Glass, who has orchestrated a complex plan involving the three men. Now reunited, Dunn, Crumb, and Price find themselves in a psychiatric facility where a doctor tries to convince them they are not who they claim to be, all while a hidden organization works to keep their true natures a secret.

Critical Reception

Glass received mixed to generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising Shyamalan's ambitious storytelling and the performances, particularly from James McAvoy. However, some critics found the plot convoluted and the conclusion less impactful than its predecessors. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the continuation of the interconnected universe.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious narrative and strong performances, particularly James McAvoy's.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and an underwhelming climax.

  • Seen as a bold but flawed conclusion to the Unbreakable trilogy.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's intricate plot, the performances of the lead actors, and the continuation of the unique cinematic universe established by 'Unbreakable' and 'Split'. Some users found the pacing uneven and the ending less satisfying than anticipated.

Fun Fact

M. Night Shyamalan intentionally filmed 'Glass' using a specific color palette to represent the mental states of the main characters: green for David Dunn, purple for Kevin Wendell Crumb, and yellow for Elijah Price.

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