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Movies are universally adored, yet even the most cherished films often contain flaws that viewers either tolerate or fail to notice entirely. Many iconic films have cleverly distracted audiences with engaging subplots or overarching narratives that, upon closer inspection, are riddled with inconsistencies. Skilled directors and writers can divert attention effectively, but some plots are so illogical or unnecessary that they defy reason.
10. The Rose and Finn Subplot in The Last Jedi Was More Detrimental Than Beneficial
In The Last Jedi, the primary storyline revolves around the heroes being tracked through hyperspace using advanced technology, leaving them with no means of escape. Two key characters, Rose and Finn, devise a plan to infiltrate the enemy ship and enlist the help of a skilled codebreaker to disrupt the tracking system, buying time for their escape.
A significant portion of the film is dedicated to this mission, which ultimately backfires when the codebreaker betrays them. His betrayal leads the enemy to discover hidden rebel ships, resulting in the loss of countless lives. Had Finn and Rose remained on their ship and avoided this reckless endeavor, fewer lives would have been lost. Their unsanctioned mission not only failed to save anyone but also directly caused more casualties, contradicting Rose's earlier emphasis on discipline and following orders.
9. Captain America: Civil War Portrays Tony Stark as Petty, Mean, and Irrational
In Captain America Civil War, the storyline feels forced as some heroes agree to cease using their powers without global approval, while others resist. The plot worsens when Bucky, Captain America's longtime friend, is accused of murdering Tony Stark’s parents and Black Panther’s father. Despite Bucky claiming innocence and fleeing with Captain America to clear his name, Tony and others disregard their own agreement and engage in a lackluster superhero showdown at an airport. This battle, hyped up throughout the film, falls flat and undermines the sacrifices made for a coherent plot.
After the fight, Captain America successfully proves Bucky was brainwashed when he killed Stark’s parents. However, this revelation does nothing to calm Tony, who spirals into a furious rage, attempting to kill both Bucky and Captain America. Even after his defeat, Tony remains bitter and unrepentant, discarding years of character development for the sake of a contrived conflict.
8. The Rage Zombies in the 28 Franchise Are Even Less Logical Than Traditional Zombies
The 28 Days franchise, a standout during the zombie craze, aimed for realism but often created more questions than answers. Unlike typical zombie films, it introduces the “rage” virus, which turns people into hyper-aggressive, fast-moving zombies. These zombies infect others but, despite starving, fail to hunt animals or consume humans. Instead, they spread the virus, behaving in ways that are oddly logical for creatures driven by rage and hunger, ultimately serving the plot while leaving room for the heroes to prevail.
The idea that they don’t eat each other might be plausible if they detect a disease scent on those infected with the rage virus, deterring them. However, it’s hard to believe that creatures driven by madness and starvation would only bite humans carefully without consuming or mutilating them, especially when they are desperate for food.
7. Signs Is a Poorly Explained and Illogical Film Upon Closer Inspection
In the movie Signs, the story begins with children discovering crop circles and acting strangely, followed by eerie noises and sightings of mysterious intruders. Soon, crop circles appear globally, sparking fears of an alien invasion. The climax reveals aliens attacking a family, nearly killing a child. Surprisingly, the aliens are defeated by water and baseball bats, despite their ability to travel across galaxies. They arrive without weapons, armor, or advanced technology, making their defeat by such basic means utterly absurd.
The aliens’ vulnerability to water is particularly nonsensical. A character claims they came to “harvest us,” but the purpose is never clarified. If they sought water, the most abundant resource in humans, it makes no sense since water is toxic to them. Choosing a planet predominantly composed of their weakness and arriving unprepared defies logic, suggesting the invasion might have been a global delusion rather than a real event.
6. The Plot of The Sixth Sense Relies on Authority Figures Being Unbelievably Incompetent
The movie Sixth Sense quickly became a classic, with its unforgettable line, “I see dead people.” However, upon closer examination, the film doesn’t hold up as well as one might hope. The story follows Bruce Willis as a psychologist who struggles with his failing marriage and the guilt of a past patient’s failure. He begins counseling a young boy, played by Haley Joel Osment, spending significant time in the boy’s home and even sitting across from his mother multiple times without ever speaking to her.
As the plot unfolds, the boy reveals his ability to see and communicate with the dead. Initially skeptical, Bruce Willis gradually accepts the possibility of supernatural occurrences. The twist ending reveals that Bruce Willis himself has been a ghost all along, unaware of his own death. This revelation raises questions about how he could remain oblivious to his condition without extreme self-delusion.
Bruce Willis never interacts with the boy’s mother, which should have struck him as unusual. He doesn’t engage with anyone else, never needs to eat or use the bathroom, and seems to ignore these glaring inconsistencies. If he had realized the truth earlier, the movie would have ended prematurely, leaving little room for the story to unfold.
5. Killmonger’s Grand Plan in Black Panther Falls Short of Brilliance
In Black Panther, Eric Killmonger, an African American with roots in Wakanda, returns to challenge the throne. Having fought since childhood to end oppression, he has established a network of revolutionaries worldwide. His plan involves arming them with Wakandan technology to ignite a global revolution, aiming to overthrow existing powers and establish himself as the ruler of a world where black people are respected. However, his strategy is riddled with flaws and impracticalities.
However, Killmonger’s plan faces two critical flaws. First, his adversaries live in a world protected by the Avengers, who are accustomed to handling advanced technology and superhuman abilities. If his enemies captured any Wakandan tech, they could reverse-engineer it and turn it against him. Second, the world also includes the X-Men and other powerful entities who would never allow a violent dictator to overthrow global order. Additionally, the limited number of ships and equipment leaving Wakanda hardly constitutes a world-ending arsenal.
4. Peter Quill’s Father Had Everything Within Reach but Ruined It Completely
Peter Quill, also known as Star-Lord, is a central figure in the Guardians of the Galaxy series, portrayed by Chris Pratt. His performance helped elevate the franchise to stand alongside the rest of the Marvel universe. The story begins with Peter losing his mother at a young age and being taken under the wing of Yondu, an alien who becomes a surrogate father figure, guiding him through his space adventures.
Peter’s biological father, Ego, is a celestial being with immense powers. Ego sought to spread his essence across the universe by creating offspring who could inherit his abilities. He traveled to various planets, impregnating women and eliminating those who failed to meet his expectations. Unbeknownst to Peter, his father was responsible for his mother’s death, and he narrowly escaped Ego’s ruthless purge.
In Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Ego, who is also a living planet, nearly convinces Peter to join him while under hypnosis. However, during his explanation, Ego casually reveals that he killed Peter’s mother and countless others. This revelation enrages Peter, who rejects his father and his plans. Ego’s careless admission cost him everything, as he could have achieved his goals by simply withholding such inflammatory details.
3. The Military Dinosaur Subplot in Jurassic World Collapses Under Its Own Weight
Jurassic World was a blockbuster hit that spawned a successful sequel, despite mixed reviews. While audiences adore dinosaur battles on the big screen, critics often point out flaws in the film. One major issue is a subplot involving military-trained dinosaurs, which many found unconvincing and poorly executed.
In the film, InGen, the company behind the dinosaurs, invests heavily in the new theme park. Hoskins, the head of security, proposes using trained dinosaurs as military weapons, akin to modern drones. This idea is immediately undermined when Chris Pratt’s character nearly gets killed by the very dinosaurs he trained, highlighting the impracticality and danger of Hoskins’ plan. The scene makes it clear that the concept is doomed from the start.
2. The Timeline in Empire Strikes Back Falls Apart Upon Closer Inspection
In Empire Strikes Back, after fleeing Hoth, Luke Skywalker travels to Dagobah, a remote planet, while Han Solo and his crew attempt to escape in the Falcon. When their hyperdrive fails, they navigate an asteroid field to evade Darth Vader. They eventually reach Cloud City on Bespin, where Lando betrays them, leading to their capture. Luke, sensing their danger, abandons his training to rescue them, creating a timeline that feels rushed and inconsistent.
The timeline in the movie becomes increasingly unclear. While it’s implied that Luke Skywalker spends a considerable amount of time training on Dagobah, Han and Leia appear to traverse the asteroid field and reach Bespin in a remarkably short period. Given the hyperdrive failure and limited fuel, it’s unlikely they could travel far. This suggests Luke somehow condensed extensive Jedi training into just a few days and still managed to cross the galaxy to Bespin almost instantly.
This inconsistency can only be resolved if hyperspace travel is nearly instantaneous, even over vast distances, which contradicts earlier implications. Additionally, it’s unclear how Luke could achieve meaningful Jedi training in such a short time. Either Han and Leia spent much longer in the asteroid field than shown, or Luke’s training was the most efficient in cinematic history.
1. The Heroes in Super 8 Could Face Lengthy Prison Sentences
Super 8 was a nostalgic hit, evoking memories of films like ET and The Goonies. Set in the 1970s, it follows a group of kids who film with Super 8 cameras and witness a bizarre alien incident in their town. While filming near a train station, they narrowly escape a massive train wreck, which leads to a series of strange events revealing that the train was transporting an alien entity.
As the town descends into chaos and is evacuated, the protagonist’s father, the local sheriff, grows frustrated with the lack of answers. He confronts the military officer in charge of the evacuation, demanding explanations, only to be detained. Instead of handling the situation lawfully, he escapes by deceiving and assaulting a guard, stealing his uniform, and impersonating an officer. Although he reunites with his son at the end, his actions would likely result in severe legal consequences, potentially leading to a lengthy prison sentence.
