Unbreakable 2000

Elijah's Birth

Elijah Price is born in West Philadelphia, immediately marking the beginning of his fragile existence. From birth, he suffers from a condition known as brittle bones, leading to frequent breaks that shape his early life.

Childhood Torment

Growing up, Elijah endures relentless bullying at school, where his physical frailty subjects him to the cruelty of his peers. They mockingly nickname him 'Mr. Glass,' a name that he will carry with him into adulthood.

Comic Book Gallery

As an adult, Elijah channels his passion into a high-end comic book art gallery, showcasing unique superhero artwork. This venture provides him both solace and a connection to the heroics that he admires despite his own vulnerabilities.

David's Life

On the opposite side of town, David Dunn works as a security guard at a local college stadium. His marital life is troubled, with his wife Audrey sleeping in their son’s room, highlighting the emotional disconnect in their relationship.

Train Derailment

David's life takes a pivotal turn when he survives a horrific train derailment while returning from a job interview in New York. Remarkably, he emerges unscathed, while all other passengers perish in the disaster, setting the stage for his transformation.

Mysterious Note

After attending a memorial service for the train victims, David discovers a mysterious note on his car from a local comic book store named Limited Editions. The note provocatively asks, *'Have you ever been sick?'*, prompting David to seek answers.

First Meeting with Elijah

David visits Elijah's comic book gallery, where their fateful encounter occurs. During this meeting, Elijah shares his groundbreaking theory, suggesting that David is a unique individual with incredible abilities, the antithesis of Elijah's own frailty.

David's Discovery

Initially skeptical of Elijah's claims, David experiences a strange encounter that forces him to reconsider. He discovers that he possesses a latent ability to sense impending danger, igniting the first signs of his undeniable strength.

Embracing Strength

As David practices weightlifting at home, he starts marveling at his newfound strength, which his son interprets as proof of his father's heroic potential. This growing bond between father and son reinforces David's emerging identity as a protector.

David the Hero

After a climactic confrontation where he saves two young girls while wearing a rain poncho, David embraces his superhero persona. He subtly reveals to his son that he was the one who saved the day, solidifying the belief in his newfound heroism.

Dark Revelation

David's further investigations lead him back to Elijah's gallery, where he uncovers a harrowing truth. After shaking Elijah's hand, he is overcome by a series of disturbing visions, realizing Elijah orchestrated numerous tragedies to find him.

Elijah's Confession

Confronted by the reality of Elijah's manipulations, David learns that Elijah's life has been interwoven with disaster and tragedy. Elijah's chilling confession of being 'Mr. Glass' marks a critical point in their relationship, revealing their deep-seated rivalry.

The Authorities Contacted

Realizing the depth of Elijah's schemes, David takes decisive action by contacting the authorities. This crucial decision leads to Elijah's confinement in a mental institution, bringing a temporary resolution to their intricate rivalry.