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The Sixth Sense

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The Sixth Sense is a 1999 American psychological thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The movie stars Bruce Willis as Dr. Malcolm Crowe, a child psychologist, and Haley Joel Osment as Cole Sear, a young boy who claims he can see and communicate with ghosts. The film begins with a dramatic scene where a former patient, Vincent Grey, shoots Malcolm before taking his own life. The story then jumps forward in time, focusing on Malcolm's efforts to help Cole, who is struggling with his supernatural ability. The film is renowned for its twist ending, which reveals that Malcolm has been dead throughout the story. This iconic twist is supported by subtle clues throughout the movie, such as Malcolm not wearing his wedding ring and his inability to interact with the physical world. The film explores themes of redemption, love, and the supernatural, earning critical acclaim and six Academy Award nominations. It became a commercial success, grossing over $672 million worldwide, and remains one of Shyamalan's most celebrated works.