Some movie plot twists have become so universally recognized that they’re familiar to almost everyone on Earth, even if they haven’t watched the movies themselves. For instance, the reveal of Darth Vader as Luke Skywalker’s father in “The Empire Strikes Back” or Bruce Willis being dead throughout “The Sixth Sense.” However, at the time, these surprises were not anticipated by many viewers. But what about the plot twists that were predictable when the movie was initially released? Even the most complex narratives have hints. These can be subtle foreshadowing, misleading red herrings, actors in roles that seem unexpected given their reputation, and there are various forms of these indicators.
The upcoming plot surprises in these movies are easy to guess ahead of time. While they might not be immediately obvious at the start, you can usually figure them out before the end. It doesn’t mean that the movies are poor quality or that the twists themselves are bad; it’s just that the suspense and mystery aren’t as strong as intended because the surprises aren’t as hidden as they were supposed to be. Warning: Spoilers ahead!
Tom is Dead in Last Christmas
The classic song “Last Christmas” by Wham! revolves around themes of unrequited love and the sensation of grief. Conversely, the movie “Last Christmas” centers on Kate Andrich, played by Emilia Clarke, who works as an elf in a holiday store. She develops a romantic connection with a stranger named Tom, whom she meets outside the store during the festive season.
In the iconic lyric from the title track, “Last Christmas I gave you my heart,” lies the key revelation. As the film unfolds, it’s revealed that Kate had a bicycle accident and is carrying Tom’s heart. The movie openly embraces its influence from Wham!, and as the story progresses, it becomes more evident that Henry Golding’s character, Tom, is in fact a ghost. While some viewers might have expected another run-of-the-mill romantic comedy based on a popular love song, others saw it as a tale of loss, leading them to suspect that the seemingly perfect man was merely an illusion.
Ares’ Identity in Wonder Woman
Overall, Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman is often considered one of the top films in the troubled DC Extended Universe. However, it’s worth noting that when Ares enters the picture, the quality seems to drop significantly. This decline is partly due to subpar CGI effects, but also because the ending, despite its predictability, fails to live up to expectations. In fact, Danny Huston’s character, Erich Ludendorff, isn’t even the main antagonist in the film as initially expected.
The film frequently references Diana Prince talking about Ares, the War God, implying Ludendorff could be this deity. However, it initially feels too obvious. Later on, David Thewlis’ character Sir Patrick appears sporadically without much significance. It isn’t until around halfway through that viewers realize he is actually the God Ares in disguise. It seems a waste of such talented actors to have them play minor roles with little impact.
Roman is the Killer in Scream 3
Some Reddit users argue that the Billy and Stu twist in Wes Craven’s brilliant “Scream” is evidently predictable. However, they serve effectively as villains. Conversely, Roman Bridger in “Scream 3” fails to do so, and there’s a crucial scene that’s awkwardly written, detracting significantly from the impact of the surprise reveal.
In the movie scene at the video store, Billy and Stu display threatening behavior towards Randy, which aligns with their previously established characters: Stu acting foolish and goofy, while Billy is responding to Randy’s accusation that he might be the killer (albeit indirectly). However, it’s worth noting that Roman, a character who was killed off-screen in the movie, was the one person deceased outside Dewey, Syd, and Gale. With nearly everyone else dead, it’s clear that Roman will unmask at some point. What wasn’t expected was discovering that Roman trained Billy and Stu, which is such a confusing twist that it’s better to overlook it as it weakens the impact of the initial film.
Arthur Never Dated Sophie in Joker
In the list of controversial films, it’s not just Joker that sparked debate, but there was general agreement among ticket-holders that Joaquin Phoenix’s character, Arthur Fleck, seemed to have an unrealistically idealized relationship with his neighbor, Sophie Dumond, played by Zazie Beetz. For Arthur, whose life is portrayed as a persistent downward spiral, such a relationship appears too good to be true.
It’s clear to the audience, although perhaps not to Arthur, that Sophie’s feelings for him are fake when she pretends to shoot herself with a finger gun in front of her child. This kind of gesture might strike Arthur as significant, but it’s more likely an interpretation rather than something he would actually perceive.
The Parasitic Twin in Malignant
In a more approachable manner: James Wan’s movie, “Malignant,” has been quite controversial, and for good reason. It’s less terrifying than it is outrageous, with the main problem being that the outlandish aspects are glaringly apparent within the first nine minutes of the film.
The movie starts off with medical professionals discussing the hopeless case of the psychopathic and recently freed patient named Gabriel, who possesses extraordinary abilities. They decide that he must be eliminated, like a cancerous growth. The narrative then centers around Annabelle Wallis’ character, Madison, whom we know from promotional materials has been witnessing Gabriel’s killings in her visions. In the opening scene of the movie, she is seen arguing with her abusive spouse, who violently slams her head against a wall. It quickly becomes evident that Gabriel is not just haunting but actually within Madison. When she sees her husband being killed by Gabriel in a vision and this vision comes true, it solidifies this fact.
Hans is the Bad Guy in Frozen
A beloved audience choice, “Frozen” remains somewhat predictable in its portrayal of the villainous character. The viewers are certain that Anna, played by Kristen Bell, is genuinely kind-hearted, and they have a strong sense that Elsa, isolated sister to Anna (played by Idina Menzel), shares this goodness too. Despite society labeling her as the villain.
As soon as Jonathan Groff’s character Kristoff appears, his endearing nature makes it clear that he is indeed the romantic interest. Conversely, Santino Fontana’s Hans, though initially likable and charming, doesn’t surprise us when we discover he’s not all he seems.
Detective Schenk is the Killer in Spiral
In terms of unexpected elements, the revelation in Spiral that Detective William Schenk, the partner to Detective Zeke Banks, is the killer, was hardly surprising. This is because, similar to Scream 3, he’s the only character who dies off-screen, and if the Saw franchise is known for anything, it’s for its graphic depiction of violence.
1) The movie is overly dramatic, and if viewers haven’t been lost by the time the surprising plot point arrives with a heavy impact, it’s likely to do so then. The character Schenk’s past involves his father being murdered by corrupt police officers, and he’s seeking revenge, especially against Detective Banks’ father. This is an attempt at making a social statement, but like the twist, it falls flat.
Mort is Shooter in Secret Window
Among numerous film adaptations of Stephen King’s novels, “Secret Window” falls roughly in the middle. As Mort, a renowned author grappling with a difficult divorce, Johnny Depp brings an element of charm. However, it’s also clear that the filmmakers chose him to portray more than just depression and quietude.
When John Turturro’s character, John Shooter, appears, he’s so exaggeratedly Southern that he appears slightly out of place within the movie’s narrative reality. As the third act unfolds, it turns out that he is indeed a fictional character, much like Johnny Depp’s role, which was intentionally cast against type to portray a sinister, mentally unstable individual with a vendetta.
It’s the Bible in The Book of Eli
As a film enthusiast, I found myself captivated by “The Book of Eli,” a cinematic masterpiece where the protagonist, played by Denzel Washington, was entrusted with a sacred artifact – the Ark of the Covenant equivalent in this story. Given the rarity of the name Eli during that era and the biblical undertones in the film’s title, it wasn’t hard to surmise that there was a religious connection at play. Once the narrative unfolded, revealing Washington’s character as a guardian of a book, it didn’t take much guesswork to deduce that this book held great significance, perhaps even divine in nature.
Even if you haven’t read the Bible, it’s not hard to figure out what book it is because it plays a significant role from the very beginning. It’s not like “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” or “The Great Gatsby,” wonderful books indeed, but Bill Carnegie, as portrayed by Gary Oldman, wouldn’t risk his entire crew to obtain those authors’ works.
Imposter Grandparents in The Visit
In a different phrasing, you might say: “While ‘The Visit’ could be considered a comeback for M. Night Shyamalan in terms of his filmmaking style, it’s important to note that the twist in this movie pales in comparison to the shocking revelation in ‘The Sixth Sense’. The story revolves around two children who are visiting their grandparents for the first time in years since they have been estranged from their mother. This visit promises an emotional reunion.
On its own, the information provided in the script may not instantly convey to viewers that the children’s grandparents are actually dangerous escapees from a psychiatric facility. However, if one pauses to consider it, the idea becomes more plausible. If the mother had grown up with them exhibiting such instability, would she willingly send her kids to stay with them? The film doesn’t explicitly explain the estrangement, but when the grandparents begin behaving suspiciously, staying awake all night and acting terrifyingly, it becomes clear that they are not genuinely the children’s grandparents.
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