Review of Unbreakable (2000) by Jared S — 23 Aug 2011

Forever destined to be compared to The Sixth Sense, this is not as good as Shyamalan's breakout masterpiece but is still an excellent piece of cinema. The story is compelling, if a little slow at points, and the performances from Willis and Jackson are fantastic throughout.

Shyamalan demonstrates sharp direction with clever use and reference to comic book style and mythology. Whilst the ending is perhaps somewhat anticlimactic, it also grounds the film - and the audience - into the leaden reality crafted by the director throughout the majority of the film.

Ultimately a compelling and well made film.