Is there anything worse than a good film letting you down? Especially, at the last minute. When it comes to disappointing endings, these 18 cinematic conclusions are guilty, ranging from plain anticlimaxes to complete muddles.
War of the Worlds
“War of the Worlds” bows out abruptly, when the alien invaders suddenly die due to Earth’s bacteria. This quick resolution, without the intensity of the film’s earlier scenes, colored many viewers underwhelmed.
I Am Legend
“I Am Legend” veers off from its source novel’s thought-provoking ending, opting instead for a heroic sacrifice. The switch was like expecting a gourmet meal and being served fast food – satisfying, perhaps, but missing depth and complexity.
The Matrix Revolutions
“The Matrix Revolutions” finishes the trilogy with a vague ending. The peace between humans and machines feels temporary, and Neo’s fate is left unclear. Such an ambiguous finale failed to live up to the expectations set by the groundbreaking original.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
The close of “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” amounts to a controversial alien reveal. The sci-fi twist felt out of place in the Indiana Jones universe, leaving many fans missing a traditional archaeological conclusion.
Remember Me
“Remember Me” closes with a twist tied to the 9/11 attacks, a decision seen as unnecessary and insensitive by many. The ending felt forced, overshadowing the film’s earlier narrative and emotional development.
No Country for Old Men
“No Country for Old Men” ends suddenly, without a conventional resolution. Craving a more definite conclusion to the intense cat-and-mouse chase, even fans were puzzled after the cut-off.
Signs
In “Signs,” the alien invasion is thwarted by water, a simple and somewhat illogical solution that disappointed many. After building suspense and mystery, the ending felt too convenient and underwhelming.
Lucy
At the end of “Lucy” the main character transforms into a USB drive containing all human knowledge. This bizarre and over-the-top conclusion was a far cry from the film’s initial intriguing premise, leaving viewers wishing for something more subtle.
Hancock
“Hancock” concludes with a rather rushed resolution, wrapping up the superhero’s journey in a predictable and unsatisfying manner. The ending lacked the depth and creativity that the film started off with.
The Village
While “The Village” is praised for its twist, its ending is also a letdown for some. The reveal of a modern-day setting felt like a cheap trick to many viewers, ruining the film’s initial suspense.
10 Cloverfield Lane
“10 Cloverfield Lane” wraps up with a sudden shift to an alien invasion, a jarring departure from the film’s intense, claustrophobic setup. The abrupt genre switch felt tacked on and disconnected for more than a few movie fans.
The Happening
“The Happening” concludes with the mysterious force causing mass suicides suddenly stopping, without a satisfying explanation. After the film’s initial intriguing concept, the anticlimax didn’t impress. If you need an exciting end, you might want to move on.
Source Code
“Source Code” bows out with the protagonist living in an alternate reality, a finish that raises more questions than answers. This ending was thought-provoking, but it felt inconsistent with the film’s established rules.
How It Ends
Appropriately titled, “How It Ends” is slated for its vague conclusion. The film ends without resolving the central mystery, leaving viewers with more questions than answers and a sense of frustration.
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
In “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2”, an anticlimax left fans feeling cheated out of a genuine resolution. It concludes with a dramatic battle that turns out to be a vision, deflating much of the tension built up.
The Devil Inside
“The Devil Inside” was wrapped up with a sudden cut to a website URL, an unconventional and widely criticized conclusion. This over simple ending felt like a marketing ploy, disappointing viewers expecting a proper resolution to the horror story.
Gone Girl
While “Gone Girl” is praised for its thrilling plot, the ending, where Amy returns and the couple stays together, left some viewers dissatisfied. The conclusion felt unresolved, with the unsettling dynamics between the characters left hanging.
Spectre
“Spectre,” concludes with Bond driving off into the sunset, an ending that felt too tidy for the complex web of espionage and personal vendettas that preceded it. This textbook resolution didn’t live up to expectations of a more nuanced finale.
It – Chapter Two
“It Chapter Two” ends with the defeat of Pennywise through the power of belief, a resolution that some found underwhelming. After the buildup of a formidable villain, the defeat felt like a letdown.
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