Oddity
Oddity

Movie spotlight

Oddity

2024
Movie
98 min
English

After the brutal murder of her twin sister, Darcy goes after those responsible by using haunted items as her tools for revenge.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Director: Dmitri LogothetisGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A dark and suspenseful tale unfolds when a mysterious old music box arrives at a family's doorstep, bringing with it a series of terrifying events. As the family grapples with a sinister force unleashed by the object, they must uncover its dark origins before it consumes them all. The film explores themes of inherited trauma and the inescapable nature of fate.

Critical Reception

Oddity has garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling horror elements. Some found the pacing uneven, but the performances and the film's commitment to its creepy premise were generally well-received.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective jump scares and creepy atmosphere.

  • Noted for its solid performances, particularly from the lead cast.

  • Some critics felt the plot was predictable, but enjoyed the ride nonetheless.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available yet, but initial reactions suggest a polarizing but generally appreciated horror experience for fans of the genre.

Fun Fact

The film draws inspiration from classic horror tropes while attempting to put a fresh spin on the haunted object narrative.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
Sejian

Sejian

I'm always on the lookout for good horror. Oddity is almost "perfect". This could easily be a 7 or 8. Instead it's a 6, or maybe a 5. The final act just didn't work for me. The big reveal is fine, but what happens after the big reveal makes...