10 Major Movie Reveals That Should've Come At The Beginning
1. Glass - Ellie's True Motivations
M. Night Shyamalan became famous for his twist endings, but some of his plot twists would make for more interesting movies than revelations. Take his most recent film, Glass. The film follows the characters from Unbreakable and Split, David Dunn, Mr. Glass, and the Horde, as Dr. Ellie Staple tries to convince them that they don't have powers. However, the film reveals, after the deaths of the protagonists, that Ellie was never trying to help the powered people, and that she was part of an organization to suppress superhuman abilities.
Following Ellie's organization from the start would make for a much more interesting movie than Glass. Establishing this organization in more detail allows for a dichotomy around Ellie's beliefs about powers and the more traditional superhero movie philosophy. It may even cause some audience members to sympathize with this organization. Leaving it for a twist reveal wastes so much potential for a much better story.
At this point, Shyamalan should capitalize on his reputation, making the abscence of a big twist his next film's big twist.