About Glass

Glass is a psychological superhero thriller film released in 2019. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, it is the final installment of a trilogy that began with Unbreakable (2000), and continued with Split (2016). The film follows the intersecting lives of three men, each believing they possess superhuman abilities - David Dunn, Kevin Wendell Crumb, and Elijah Price. As they're brought together under one roof, the truth of their apparent 'powers' is questioned and tested.

Making / Production

The concept for Glass came into existence following the completion of Split. Director M. Night Shyamalan had always envisioned Unbreakable as the first part of a trilogy. Glass was filmed in Philadelphia and its significant locations include the Allentown State Hospital and the 30th street station.

Actors

• James McAvoy as Kevin Wendell Crumb / The Horde: He delivers a powerful performance, seamlessly shifting between personalities.
• Bruce Willis as David Dunn / The Overseer: Willis reprises his role from Unbreakable, portraying the ordinary man with extraordinary abilities.
• Samuel L. Jackson as Elijah Price / Mr. Glass: Jackson brings his unique intensity and charisma in playing the movie’s title character, showcasing a master manipulator with a genius-level intellect.
• Anya Taylor-Joy as Casey Cooke: Taylor-Joy reprises her role from Split, bringing vulnerability and empathy to a character that provides a more human perspective.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was filmed in Philadelphia, M. Night Shyamalan’s usual filmmaking location.
• Charlayne Woodard, who portrays Samuel L. Jackson’s mother, is actually five years younger than Jackson in real life.
• This is the third collaboration between Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson, who previously starred together in Die Hard with a Vengeance and Unbreakable.

Quotes

• "This was an origin story the whole time." – Elijah Price / Mr. Glass
• "It's amazing to meet you. It is simply extraordinary." – Dr. Ellie Staple
• "I'm not a mistake." - Kevin Wendell Crumb / The Horde

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by West Dylan Thordson, who previously composed the music for Split.
• The ominous and thrilling soundtrack enhances the film’s psychologically intense atmosphere.
• Notable tracks include "Kevin and Casey," "David and Elijah," and "Origin Story".