The Odd Life of Timothy Green
The Odd Life of Timothy Green

The Odd Life of Timothy Green

2012Movie105 minEnglish

A childless couple bury a box in their backyard, containing all of their wishes for an infant. Soon, a child is born, though Timothy Green is not all that he appears.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users75%
Director: Peter HedgesGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Cindy and Jim Green, a childless couple, discover that their deepest wishes can manifest in unexpected ways. After burying a box of wishes and dreams in their backyard, a magical young boy named Timothy Green, with leaves for hair, appears on their doorstep. Timothy brings joy and wonder into their lives, but his existence is a delicate miracle that may not last forever.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise directed at its heartwarming themes and performances, particularly from Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton. However, many critics found the story to be overly sentimental, predictable, and lacking in depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its whimsical charm and heartfelt performances.
  • Criticized for being overly saccharine and predictable.
  • Some found the fantasy elements charming, while others felt they detracted from the emotional core.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's touching story about love, family, and the magic of childhood, appreciating its positive messages and emotional resonance. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit too simplistic or sentimental.

Fun Fact

The film's unique concept of a boy with leaves for hair was inspired by a short story written by Ahmet Zappa (son of Frank Zappa).

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r96sk

r96sk

Lovely. <em>'The Odd Life of Timothy Green'</em> is a well intentioned - if, indeed, odd - 2012 film from Disney. CJ Adams gives a respectable and sweet performance as Timothy, while Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton bring the heart in t...