Glass Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A security guard, a guy with split personalities, and a super-genius with brittle bones hang out in a mental hospital and argue about whether they’re actually superheroes while a lady with a needle tries to convince them to become regular folks.

🍿 Glass: Detailed Plot Synopsis

The Overseer and The Horde

Three weeks after the events of *Split*, David Dunn, now operating as ‘The Overseer,’ continues his vigilante activities in Philadelphia with his son Joseph. They are tracking Kevin Wendell Crumb, known as ‘The Horde,’ who has kidnapped four cheerleaders. David locates Kevin, but their fight leads to their capture by Dr. Ellie Staple and her specialized team.

Confinement at Raven Hill

David and Kevin are confined at Raven Hill Memorial, a psychiatric institution, alongside Elijah Price, also known as Mr. Glass. Dr. Staple attempts to convince them that their powers are delusions and that they are not superhuman. She uses various methods, including medication and therapy sessions, to challenge their beliefs. Casey Cooke, who survived Kevin’s attacks in *Split*, visits him, trying to connect with the fragmented Kevin within The Horde.

Mr. Glass’s Master Plan

Elijah, who has been feigning sedation, manipulates events from within the institution. He secretly sabotages Dr. Staple’s efforts and orchestrates an escape for himself and Kevin, planning to reveal the existence of superhumans to the world. Elijah’s master plan involves a showdown between David and Kevin at the grand opening of a new skyscraper in Philadelphia, with a live broadcast to ensure maximum exposure.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• David Dunn (Bruce Willis): A security guard with superhuman strength and extrasensory perception who works as a vigilante.
• Elijah Price (Samuel L. Jackson): A brilliant but fragile man with osteogenesis imperfecta, obsessed with proving the existence of superheroes and known as ‘Mr. Glass’.
• Kevin Wendell Crumb (James McAvoy): A man with dissociative identity disorder, housing 24 distinct personalities, including the superhumanly strong and savage ‘Beast’.
• Dr. Ellie Staple (Sarah Paulson): A psychiatrist who specializes in treating individuals with delusions of grandeur, believing they possess superhuman abilities.
• Casey Cooke (Anya Taylor-Joy): A young woman who survived captivity by Kevin Wendell Crumb and develops a unique bond with him.
• Joseph Dunn (Spencer Treat Clark): David Dunn’s son, who assists his father in his vigilante activities and supports his belief in his abilities.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Elijah Price: “This was an origin story the whole time.” – Elijah Price says this realizing his plan was always about revealing the existence of superhumans to the world.
• The Beast: “We are the Horde!” – The Beast roars this as a declaration of the collective power of Kevin Wendell Crumb’s multiple personalities.
• Dr. Ellie Staple: “There are no superheroes. It’s a delusion.” – Dr. Staple attempts to convince David, Kevin, and Elijah that their abilities are not real.
• Elijah Price: “It’s daring, bordering on brilliant, if I may say so myself.” – Mr. Glass assesses his plan to orchestrate a showdown to reveal the existence of superhumans.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $20,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $111,048,468
• Worldwide Gross: $246,999,039

💥 Glass Reviews

Personal Review

As a long time fan of Unbreakable, I was super stoked for Glass. James McAvoy absolutely kills it, his acting is just mind-blowing. The story had some really interesting moments. However, the ending felt kind of rushed. I felt a little let down, and I wished the story had a better conclusion.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of M. Night Shyamalan’s previous work, especially *Unbreakable* and *Split*”
  • “Viewers interested in psychological thrillers with superhero elements”
  • “Audiences who appreciate character-driven stories over large-scale action”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Violence and intense action sequences”
  • “Disturbing thematic elements and psychological distress”
  • “Some language and disturbing behavior”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “Glass struggles to find a satisfying balance between its comic-book concept and Shyamalan’s signature style, ultimately feeling like a fractured and underwhelming conclusion to the trilogy.
• The Guardian: “Shyamalan brings his distinct style to superhero cinema, and while not a complete triumph, the film offers a compelling and thought-provoking experience that deviates from the usual formula.
• IGN: “Glass is ambitious and features strong performances, particularly from McAvoy, but its convoluted plot and underwhelming resolution leave it feeling like a missed opportunity to deliver a truly impactful finale.

Audience Reactions

James McAvoy’s performance as the many personalities is absolutely incredible and steals the show.: McAvoy’s acting is widely praised, and his portrayal of the various personalities within Kevin Wendell Crumb is considered the highlight of the film.

The ending is divisive, with some viewers feeling disappointed and others appreciating the unexpected twists.: The film’s conclusion is a major point of contention among audiences, with opinions split on whether it effectively wraps up the trilogy or falls short of expectations.

Overall Consensus: Glass is a polarizing conclusion to the Eastrail 177 Trilogy, featuring strong performances but a divisive plot and ending.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “M. Night Shyamalan has stated that the ending of ‘Glass’ was the ending he always envisioned for the trilogy, even before ‘Split’ was conceived.”
• “To maintain continuity with ‘Unbreakable’, Bruce Willis wore the same security guard uniform and green poncho his character wore in the original film, which was nearly 20 years prior.”
• “James McAvoy had to switch between multiple personalities, sometimes within seconds, requiring intense preparation and focus.”
• “The color schemes in ‘Glass’ are deliberate, with each character having a signature color: green for David Dunn, yellow for Kevin Wendell Crumb, and purple for Elijah Price. These colors are reflected in their costumes and environments.”

🖥️ How to Watch Glass?

Glass is available for streaming on various platforms including Fubo, and can be rented or purchased on demand via Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu. Check your local listings for cable options.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Glass, you might like these similar films:

• Unbreakable (2000): First movie in the trilogy and introduces the character David Dunn and Elijah Price
• Split (2016): Second movie in the trilogy introducing the character of Kevin Wendell Crumb.
• X-Men (2000): Explores themes of superhuman abilities, societal acceptance, and the hero/villain dynamic, but with a more traditional superhero approach compared to Glass.
• Legion (2017-2019): A TV series focusing on a mutant with multiple personalities and immense power, dealing with similar themes of mental illness and superhuman abilities.
• Chronicle (2012): Found-footage film about teenagers who develop telekinetic powers and explores the darker side of possessing extraordinary abilities.

🛒 Glass Related Products

• Unbreakable [Blu-ray]: Revisit the origin story of David Dunn with the special edition Blu-ray. Featuring behind-the-scenes content and insights into the creation of the film.
• Split [Blu-ray]: Experience James McAvoy’s incredible performance as Kevin Wendell Crumb in Split on Blu-ray. Dive deeper into the character and his many personalities.
• Funko Pop! Movies: Glass – Mr. Glass: Add the mastermind, Mr. Glass, to your Funko Pop! collection. A must-have for fans of the trilogy and collector’s edition.
• Glass Movie Poster Print: Get a stylish poster of Glass. Perfect as wall art for any fan, from the serious comic book lover to the casual viewer.

🎧 Soundtrack

Glass features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Shankbone Old School” – performed by Deja vu
• “Main Title” – performed by West Dylan Thordson

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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