Odd Thomas

Well I have read every book of Odd Thomas and I was worried about the movie adaptation , well I needn't of worried , it was fun great chemistry with the main actors , Willem Dafoe great as usual , the pacing was good , and the action scenes really good , OK so the ghost of Elvis is not in it , the sad thing is no cinema release that probably means no sequel and that's a damn shame as this was a great adaptation of Odd Thomas, I truly think this could have carried through a complete series of movies based on each book That said you never know the power of the fans , so fingers crossed there may be more Odd Thomas in the future

Odd Thomas is an entertaining supernatural thriller with a unique mix of horror, humor, and heart, earning a 7 out of 10. Based on Dean Koontz's novel, the film follows Odd Thomas, a young man with the gift (or curse) of seeing the dead and otherworldly creatures. Odd uses his abilities to help the living by solving mysteries and stopping evil forces, making for a fast-paced and engaging story.

Anton Yelchin's performance as Odd is a highlight. He brings a natural charm and relatability to the character, balancing Odd's quirky, calm demeanor with the serious nature of his powers. The chemistry between Odd and his girlfriend, Stormy (played by Addison Timlin), adds warmth to the story and keeps the film grounded even as the supernatural threats escalate.

The movie is visually engaging, especially with its portrayal of the "bodachs"-shadowy creatures that foreshadow death-which add a creepy edge to the story. While the CGI feels a bit dated in parts, the movie maintains its suspenseful and eerie atmosphere. The pacing is mostly strong, though it can feel a little rushed at times, as it tries to cover a lot of ground in under two hours.

Despite its minor flaws, Odd Thomas offers a solid blend of supernatural thrills, quirky humor, and romance, making it an enjoyable ride for fans of supernatural mysteries. It may not break new ground, but it's a fun and heartfelt adaptation that captures the spirit of its source material.

This is my first review i've done of a movie on IMDb, so maybe that alone shows how much I enjoyed this movie.

It was filled with action, adventure, romance, heart, even mild comedy when the character of Oz (Patton Oswalt) was introduced. This movie like most new movies is very fast paced, and witty with the word play and sarcastic tones that some characters had. The lead roles were chosen wonderfully. Anton Yelchin (Odd) in one of his maybe breakout rolls. I'd hope to see him play more lead roles very soon as he is a great actor, you can even tell by his large amount of upcoming movies in 2013 and 14. DaFoe was outstanding as he much always is, his character had bits and pieces it would seem from his role as the main Detective of The Boondock Saints. The supporting roles were great, and there's a twist at the end that caught me off guard.

Great movie!

Anton Yelchin is a very likable performer and Odd Thomas cashes in on his screen personality in spades. Stephen Sommers, who's been away from the directors chair for way too long, pens a witty and fresh screenplay that zips along and keeps the audience thoroughly entertained every step of the way.

The one liners are spouted fast and furiously, the dialogue sparkles and there are plot twists and turns a plenty. The film defies being classified into any one genre. It's a little horror, a little fantasy, a little science fiction and a little mystery, none of it boring or expositional.

It's also great to see Dafoe doing a little mainstream fluff piece for a change. But just as you think you know exactly where this film is going, it surprises you yet again and takes a U-turn in another direction. I realise the target market here are probably teens, but I must confess that I loved it.

A very solid 7 out of 10.

If you read Odd Thomas, which fortunately I did, you will hopefully find this movie quite truthful to the book which is really great. Superb job from the screen writers. Really, the characters are perfect in the movie and I think there would be no one better than Dafoe to play the Chief!

The book was a really fun read and the movie has exactly the same feel, too bad it's too short. I think books are the best because the thrill lasts longer but this movie is a go.

The rest of the acting is not Oscar material, but it is a very enjoyable movie and goes well with a soda and a bag of popcorn.

As for the end - get your tissues ready. Oh Lord, the humanityyyyyy!!!