Glass is a 2019 superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. It is the third and final installment in the "Eastrail 177 Trilogy," following Unbreakable (2000) and Split (2016). Bruce Willis reprises his role as David Dunn from "Unbreakable," alongside James McAvoy as Kevin Wendell Crumb/The Horde from "Split," and Samuel L. Jackson as Elijah Price/Mr. Glass.
Plot Summary of "Glass":
The film picks up after the events of Split, with David Dunn, a security guard with superhuman strength and durability, now operating as a vigilante known as "The Overseer." He's on a mission to track down Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man with multiple personalities, including the dangerous and unpredictable "Beast."
Both David and Kevin are captured by Dr. Ellie Staple (played by Sarah Paulson), a psychiatrist specializing in individuals who believe they have superpowers. She intends to convince them that their abilities are merely delusions, part of a shared psychological disorder.
Meanwhile, Elijah price, also known as Mr. Glass, who possesses exceptional intelligence but extremely fragile bones, is institutionalized. As the three characters find themselves in the same facility, Dr. Staple tries to suppress their belief in their extraordinary abilities.
The narrative unfolds as the characters' pasts are explored, their motivations revealed, and their interactions become increasingly complex. Elijah, in particular, orchestrates a plan that challenges the boundaries of reality and perception.
As the characters' paths converge, the film delves into themes of identity, belief, and the blurred line between what is considered extraordinary and what is dismissed as mental illness. The story builds to a climax that, true to Shyamalan's style, includes unexpected twists and turns.
Glass received mixed reviews from critics, with opinions on its narrative and resolution varying. It is notable for its attempt to merge characters from different films into a shared universe and for its exploration of the psychological aspects of superhuman abilities.
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Cast
- Bruce Willis as David Dunn
- Samuel L. Jackson as Elijah Price
- James McAvoy as Kevin Wendell Crumb
- Anya Taylor-Joy as Casey Cooke
- Sarah Paulson as Dr. Ellie Staple
- Spencer Treat Clark as Joseph Dunn
- Charlayne Woodard as Mrs. Price
- Luke Kirby as Dr. Reed
- Adam David Thompson as Joseph Dunn Sr.
- Robert Forster as Dr. Tamkin
- Dorian Missick as Officer Miller
- Jeremy Shamos as Dr. Chen
- Chelsea Crisp as Claire Dunn
- Abby Amara as Miss Patricia
- Annabeth Gish as Sharon Rey
- Tommy Nohilly as Officer Tom
Director: M. Night Shyamalan
Writer: M. Night Shyamalan
Box Office Gross: $246,999,039
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Genre: Drama Horror Sci-Fi Thriller
Release Date: January 16, 2019