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Split is a 2016 psychological horror-thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The plot centers on a man with severe dissociative identity disorder, played by James McAvoy, who kidnaps three teenage girls in Philadelphia. The film serves as a thematic and narrative continuation of Shyamalan's 2000 film Unbreakable, establishing a shared cinematic universe.
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What is Split about?
Split follows Kevin Wendell Crumb, played by James McAvoy, after he kidnaps three teenage girls in Philadelphia. The thriller explores his shifting identities, his relationship with psychiatrist Dr. Karen Fletcher, and the emergence of the dangerous persona known as The Beast.
How many personalities does Kevin have in Split?
The film establishes that Kevin has 23 known personalities, although the story hints at a 24th identity. The characters include Dennis, Patricia, Hedwig, Barry, and the emerging Beast.
Is Split connected to Unbreakable?
Yes, Split ends by revealing that it takes place in the same fictional world as M. Night Shyamalan's 2000 film Unbreakable. The connection leads directly into Glass, the 2019 film that brings together Kevin, David Dunn, and Elijah Price.
When was Split released in cinemas?
Although it is commonly identified as a 2016 film because of its production and festival-era classification, its wide theatrical release began on January 20, 2017. Universal Pictures distributed the film, which was written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan.
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