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Glass
A mother who is addicted to meth in New Mexico has a son who is left alone.
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Plot Summary
Following the events of Split, David Dunn hunts down the superhuman Kevin Wendell Crumb, also known as The Beast, in a series of intense encounters. Both men are soon taken to a psychiatric hospital where they are treated by Dr. Ellie Staple, who claims they are all suffering from delusions of grandeur. As they are forced to confront their abilities and their supposed reality, Dunn and Crumb must decide whether to embrace their extraordinary nature or succumb to the therapy designed to erase it.
Critical Reception
Glass received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Shyamalan's ambitious conclusion to the trilogy and the performances, particularly James McAvoy's, while others criticized the plot's perceived lack of clarity and pacing issues. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many appreciating the thematic depth and the interconnectedness of the films.
What Reviewers Say
A convoluted and anticlimactic conclusion to an otherwise compelling trilogy.
James McAvoy's performance is a standout, but it can't save the film from its narrative flaws.
The film struggles to balance its intricate plot with genuine thrills and character development.
Google audience: Google users expressed a mixed but generally positive sentiment, appreciating the continuation of the story and the unique premise. However, many found the plot convoluted and less engaging than its predecessors, with some expressing disappointment in the resolution.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Glass', is a deliberate callback to the first film in the trilogy, 'Unbreakable', where the main antagonist, Mr. Glass, played by Samuel L. Jackson, was introduced.
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