Split Review
Split is M. Night Shyamalan’s psychological thriller that marked a true return to form. The film centers on Kevin, a man with 23 distinct personalities—and a 24th, known only as "The Beast," waiting to emerge. James McAvoy delivers a tour-de-force performance, effortlessly switching between identities ranging from a prim woman to a 9-year-old boy to a cold-blooded predator. It’s unnerving, mesmerizing, and at times even darkly funny. Anya Taylor-Joy adds emotional weight as Casey, a kidnapped girl with a haunting past of her own. The tension builds steadily, and while some scenes border on absurd, Shyamalan keeps you hooked with
The 24 Personalities of Kevin Wendell Crumb: A Deep Dive into Split and Glass
M. Night Shyamalan’s psychological thriller Split (2016), followed by Glass (2019), introduces one of cinema’s most compelling characters: Kevin Wendell Crumb, portrayed with chilling precision by James McAvoy. Diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Kevin houses 24 distinct personalities within a single body—collectively known as “The Horde.” These personalities range in age, gender, background, and temperament, each surfacing for specific purposes in response to Kevin’s past trauma. This article provides a fact-checked breakdown of Kevin's personalities, focusing on those depicted in Split and expanded upon in Glass. Not in the mood to read? Watch the video here Understanding DID in
