I’ve been a horror fan for decades, and I’m hard-pressed to name a scene more terrifying than that one. Oddly, the two scariest scenes of the last ten years might both be tent scenes (Oddity and Backcountry).
Even though I expected the jump scare there, it still got me snd I screamed a very loud expletive. I said it's the best horror jump scare since The Descent.
@@andrewjoynes5867 💯 The best jump scares are those that are expected but terrifying nonetheless (it’s all about validating our fear!!). *The* classic example of this imho is the Winkie’s Diner scene in Mulholland Drive, especially since one needn’t watch the entire film to experience the jump effectively. Lynch hooks us with such a perfect setup that the payoff works with relatively minimal effort.
I just saw it in the theatre and really enjoyed it. One detail I love is that one character who recognizes how messed up everything is just leaves and doesn’t die in some stupid way. They just live because they were smart enough to leave and never come back.
I really enjoyed this movie. Could have done without the silliness at the end tho. Still, l thought this was supposed to be a non spoiler review? To me even mentioning that it has supernatural elements is kind of a spoiler, because the movie itself has you wondering for a good chunk of the movie if it's really something supernatural going on, or is it just in a character's mind.
Had a lot of fun seeing it in a theater. Best way I can describe the movie is it’s pretty much if Mike Flanagan directed a Conjuring movie on a much more limited budget.
That's such a good explanation. I was getting "The Haunting of Hill House" meets "The Conjuring," so I totally agree. And it was low budget, but the scares were still scary. At no point did I think, "That looked fake." They used their budget wisely. In reality, you don't need to have crazy special effects to make an effective ghost film.
Oddity TURNED 👏🏻 IT 👏🏻 OUT 👏🏻! I loved it and I was covering my eyes and ears… it’s been a long time since I’ve felt that way in a theater while watching a movie. The opening scene reminded me of the opening scene of Urban Legend! So tense and I had no idea what was gonna happen. The main actress was so powerful too!
I saw it and I have to say that you NAILED this review. There are definitely parts where people laughed, but it wasn't a comedy. It's kind of difficult to explain until you see it. I think it's because the writing is just very clever. And, same, the ending shot literally made me smile. I'll also back up your guarantee. If at least one of those jump scares doesn't get you, something is wrong. LOL The funniest part is that I KNEW it was coming. It was so obvious what was going to happen, and I still jumped. I think Mike Flanagan would sing this one's praises. (If he hasn't already.)
I LOVED this movie! I audibly gasped in the theatre at one part and that never happens to me. The whole beginning sequence fed a deep seeded fear I think a lot of women have.
I loved loved loved Darcy and the atmosphere of this world so much! I wish Darcy hadn’t passed because the character was so intriguing and I’d love to know more about her creepy shop of cursed things. Definitely have to keep my eyes on Carolyn Bracken & Damian Mc Carthy for their other projects. That tent scene?! 10/10!
you're probably the ONLY youtuber i actually listen to when you say 'go in blind / dont watch spoilers' :,) i am about to see longlegs finally and im so excited to rewatch your review once i finish!
'Oddity' has just been acquired by a distributor here in Ireland and will be released in theatres on 30th August. Wouldn't be surprised if it also gets a second distribution in the US later this year, probably in the fall.
@aaronmichael1201 It hasn't received much publicity at all over here yet (I only found out about it through American reviews). Presumably because Ireland is a small country and the resources needed to market a movie on a large scale just aren't available. Fortunately it's drawn plenty of interest from abroad and will get the attention it deserves, which is surely a credit to the quality of the film itself.
I've been really enjoying Shudder movies lately. Usually i don't care for supernatural horror but this one felt intelligent and the director really understood how to scare the audience - when to scare you and when to get rid of the tension.
Yes!Yes!Yes!!!!! I’m so glad you loved it, and did this video! Oddity got lost in the “Longlegs” craziness, which I love Longlegs too. But THIS IS THE SCARIEST MOVIE OF 2024!!!! This movie is sooooooo good. Extremely scary, atmospheric, and I love Carolyn Bracken, just a gorgeous horror movie in every way. I hope this ends up your fav of the year😂 Great video, have a wonderful weekend! ❤
I think showtimes are so limited because Deadpool and Wolverine dropped this week, screens are dedicated to that and Despicable Me/Inside Out 2 for the kiddos 😭
This movie scared me more than Longlegs and I really enjoyed it like it needs more attention and love bc it’s so damn good. The reveal I didn’t expect (I guessed one part of the twist like who it was but the person truly responsible caught me off guard). That wooden man scared tf out of me and I kept looking away when it was on screen. 8.5/10 it was just so good and truly did scare me a lot with some pretty effective jumpscares.
As I was leaving the theater IN BROAD DAYLIGHT, an "employee only" door opened behind me and I literally jumped off the sidewalk. Definitely got under my skin!
You’re so right about having to look away!! I hated looking at that thing and made myself look away when I caught myself doing that, and man! I could tell I got creeped out
@@cheshyjohnsonlike the scene where the lady is taking things out of its head I kid you not I was like in my head “GIRL STOP PLZ THIS THING IS GONNA MOVE” and with every thing she kept taking out slowly I couldn’t look. A whole life size scary looking wooden man would’ve been burnt to ash immediately I saw it.
@@neo7759 The first part was pretty silly, but the rest was damn scary. We have a home theater, and we, of course, turn of all of the lights. We started Hell House LLC..., but turned it off. We'll give it another shot.
Friggin’ Deadpool and Wolverine took over ALL the theaters around me and there isn’t a single showing in a theater within 50 miles of me. I keep hearing great things about this. Super bummed that I missed it
This is probably my favorite horror of the year. It's scary but also very funny and just so entertaining. Also, you mentioning how the last scene made you smile made me feel so good. I had the biggest grin on my face in that final shot. So good.
I literally SCREAMED at the biggest jump scare and hit the button on my recliner which freaked me out even more 🙈 I was so lucky my theater had it for a week and I got a chance to see it. I don't think I would have had as much focus watching at home
I'm bummed that my local theater had "Oddity" opening week, but it only showed at 10pm. I waited a week to see if it would expand to more showings, but it left the theater after a week. I will be checking it out soon on Shudder. I also plan to see "Caveat" before that, since it's also on Shudder.
I watched this as a part of the fantasy Filmfest nights in April and it was definitely one of the most memorable of the bunch. The jump scares literally made me jump, hadn’t had this in years! What a fun watch. I recommend it to everyone who’s a fan of horror.
2:29 And actually if you think about it, this is appealing at least in part because this is how we tell stories to each other. It's never linear. We remember important points and we go back and fill these points in. I need to explore this idea more.
I just checked my theater and it’s got one showing. So I’m going tonight at 10:55pm lol. I saw the preview already somewhere so I was excited when I saw your review. Let’s gooo!
I just finished watching this movie and I’m glad I listened to you when this video first popped up for me and stopped watching the video cause I 1000% agree it’s better to not know anything. I didn’t watch trailers or anything. It was fantastic, I loved it. So simple, so effective!
I made a day of it recently and saw this along with Longlegs at the theater. Time well spent. The minimal number of locations along with small cast really made this story feel focused and helped build the sense of dread throughout. It felt like a step up from Caveat which was still a good movie. My only criticism is I wanted to see the outcome played out differently. The final shot was foreshadowed but that is a minor quibble.
I moderately enjoyed this movie, but I was thinking about how on earth Darcy drove to the house for longer than I want to admit 😭I was pretty impressed by the jumpscares and sound effects though.
Genuinely scary movie. I have been frustrated this year with only a few really scary horrors, but this one is outstanding and I agree with you about going in cold. It just has moments where there is just a sense of dread. It is not easy to create that. This is likely to be overshadowed by over-hyped trope-milkshake that is Longlegs, when this movie is ACTUALLY unsettling and well made. The Irish seem to be very good at horror movies!
Saw this and really enjoyed this surprisingly good chiller. However, set a horror film in Ireland and I am immediately creeped out. I don’t what it is but if you set a film in Ireland my back immediately gets chills up it!
I went to see longlegs, was disappointed. Stuck around and bought a ticket for oddity. It was way better. Would be great to watch alone at home in the dark. Nice small film but so scary. Some good eerie moments a la the haunting of hill house
I watched your review earlier today, and then I just left the movies because I decided to go see it after seeing this video... Yo, just letting you know that yeah that shit was kinda scary... So you was right... Lol... I haven't felt that fear feeling while watching a horror movie in a min... This movie definitely brought it out for me some...
definitely love oddity, it's scary ! i saw longlegs twice, and then i saw oddity, so happy i got to see it in theater because it was definitely limited , it was in my regular theater which is very close to me, but only in the smaller auditorium, and only like one showing time each of very few days
How was everyone so unfazed by the wooden doll sitting at the table the whole time? It's just beyond me how no one went like "what the f..?" the minute they stumble upon it
I watched your Longlegs review and it got me into the theatre to watch it last weekend. Definitely glad I went, though I’m not as into it as you are. I was casually checking showings today for this weekend and saw the poster for this movie but no showtimes are listed! Ugh. Now seeing your review about it makes me double ugh that there’s no showtimes for it!
Scared the crap out of me! Creepy, spooky, and genuinely unsettling, great acting and storytelling too. Carolyn Bracken is outstanding, highly recommended, and worth seeing in a theater!
yes you can call this limited😭 came back to this vid after 3 months bc i finally had the chance to see it. I live in the netherlands and it didn’t play in any theatre in the country plus shudder is not available here. I got lucky with finding out it played ONCE on halloween (literally just came back) in an independent local theatre, and it sold out pretty quickly. So happy i got to see it on the big screen!
I only have TUBI as a movie 🎥 platform because I just can't afford any others. So, I love listening to your reactions. I'm on a very tight budget and don't go to the theater anymore because it's way to expensive. Between tickets and snacks for too people, it's ridiculous! Love your show, watch you all the time.
I loved this film as well. I agree with you on the undertone of humor. Some of the scenes and the end shot gave me some Pet Semetery vibes in that it is horrific visuals with a touch of levity.
01:40 and I stopped bec. in Vienna the release is later this month. I promise to come back to have your opinion. Great taste combined with obviously great leadership here!
My wife & I watched this last night on a laptop in the dark, & i literally jumped/half-fell off the couch during the tent scene even though i knew it was coming, the slow-burn tension leading up to action hit hard in multiple scenes
I'd been really wanting to see this as well as Longlegs. This wasn't out yet & I was so sure I'd love Longlegs I talked my husband into going which broke our decade long streak of actually going to a theater. The surprise was that I really didn't care much for it? My husband hated it tbh. Lol. So I really pray this one is better. 🙏
I agree, the jump scares being preceeded by dread really just made them hit harder. They were still scary af even when you could see some of them coming.
I really liked it however I thought we’ll see more of the wooden thingy. I don’t mind a slow burn as long as there’s something to look forward to but with this, I felt like something was lacking a little bit. But definitely enjoyable!
I saw it on a whim a couple weeks ago because it was showing at a theater by me! I didn't know anything about it and was so pleasantly surprised. It definitely scared me too
Oh my goshhhhhhh, see this in theaters, I drove an hour and 9 minutes and just may do it again tomorrow. It’s worth the drive! I met some fun theatre mates, Anya and Tom or John, I forget which one now that I must recall…. SIMPLY A PLEASUREFEST OF HORROR. The tension was so well balanced with payout and just really loved this one 😌
Managed to find it at a theater near me because of this review! It was only showing at 10 o'clock at night and only for two more days, but when Sarah tells you to go see a movie, you go see that movie no matter what it takes. No notes. Perfect movie. 10/10.
Can't wait to see this. Liked Caveat a lot. Sadly it didn't play anywhere around me. What a great time for horror though. This, Longlegs, Cuckoo, Alien Romulus, Trap, just so much great stuff within a couple of months.
Started watching this review 2mo ago.. and stopped as soon as u said to stop lol! And now I’m back.. cause as u said, it now available 2mo later on Shudder… totally agree .. I’m so mad I couldn’t catch it in the theaters! Given that longless, cuckoo, and this one pretty much came out really closed to each other… this one I think is the best. Just the absolute dread that this movie conveys! Masterclass!
Finally got to watch this as it released on Shudder! I don’t think it was the scariest movie of the year, but this movie had the best jump scares and supernatural elements of any movie I’ve seen recently. ❤ knew what it was going to do but I enjoyed the ride!
I watched this movie with my parents who are easily turned off by horror movies due to lack of sense or other things. We all really enjoyed this film. I felt it was a step in the right direction from caveat which was also a very well written film. Mc Carthy does an excellent job even with an indie budget and I hope it gets more love on shudder.
Completely agreed with this. I saw this the same week as I saw Longlegs - and while I liked Longlegs more overall, the tension and suspense of Oddity was CRAZY to me. I don’t get freaked out easily, and legitimately I was so on the edge of my seat and creeped out the whole time.
I had to drive across town to the mall I hadn't gone to in ages to see it, only 2 showtimes, but I'm sure glad I did see it in a dark theater with, like, 4 other people.
I just watched this last night and it is now my favorite movie of 2024. Two of those jump scares made me scream and I DO NOT react that way anymore to horror movies since I’m old, have been watching horror movies since I was about 8, and like 80% of what I watch is horror. I loved the story, loved the performances, and the atmosphere was fantastic. I also loved the final shot because it was a payoff for sure on a few levels and it was great.
Well tonight, I finally got around to watching this movie. My atmosphere was at night with all of my lights out in my apartment and alone now I watch a lot of horror movies usually I am not freaked out, scared on edge. But the jump scares in this movie creeped me out have to say that was very well done. I love the setting the uniqueness of the house, the atmosphere, The sister and all her strange, psychic powers that was definitely a cool element. Overall, I really enjoyed the movie some of the stuff I wish they would’ve explained a little bit more like I found myself saying why didn’t they elaborate more on that particular scene I thought the ending could have been a little better. but overall, I would recommend it to her fan definitely for the jump scares and the creepy elements. I have to say I avoided all spoilers in this movie so I knew nothing about it when I started and press play I don’t know how long it’s been going on now for him, but I stopped watching trailers and if there’s a new horror movie out, I just go in absolutely blind and I have to say sometimes it works out very well other times I thought if I would. Not have watched that. Anyway I’m happy I got to see it.
Completely agree with this review. Very good movie and something very different. 👍 Although I didn’t like the ending that much. But it’s ok. I can see why you like it.
I loved this movie !!! It was so creepy , just a good watch ( I saw this on Shudder ) I loved Longlegs too , but it was a different kind of creepy . You have to see Daddy's Head and give a review . I would like to know your thoughts on that movie ( which I liked too ) .
This movie gave me the creeps! 😂😂😂 I loved the pacing and the story telling. So very well shot..they show what you need to see that you know is going to scare you and also subvert the scares, expectation wise (in a good way).
Without giving too much away, her unzipping the tent GOT me
As soon as she got in the tent the tension rose 10x !
@@unklegaz8392 same, I even saw an exclusive before and it still got me 😭
I’ve been a horror fan for decades, and I’m hard-pressed to name a scene more terrifying than that one.
Oddly, the two scariest scenes of the last ten years might both be tent scenes (Oddity and Backcountry).
Even though I expected the jump scare there, it still got me snd I screamed a very loud expletive. I said it's the best horror jump scare since The Descent.
@@andrewjoynes5867 💯
The best jump scares are those that are expected but terrifying nonetheless (it’s all about validating our fear!!).
*The* classic example of this imho is the Winkie’s Diner scene in Mulholland Drive, especially since one needn’t watch the entire film to experience the jump effectively. Lynch hooks us with such a perfect setup that the payoff works with relatively minimal effort.
I just saw it in the theatre and really enjoyed it. One detail I love is that one character who recognizes how messed up everything is just leaves and doesn’t die in some stupid way. They just live because they were smart enough to leave and never come back.
it also explains why she hates staying at that house, and wouldn't stay there even to keep her boyfriend's sister in law company overnight
I really enjoyed this movie. Could have done without the silliness at the end tho. Still, l thought this was supposed to be a non spoiler review? To me even mentioning that it has supernatural elements is kind of a spoiler, because the movie itself has you wondering for a good chunk of the movie if it's really something supernatural going on, or is it just in a character's mind.
Shout-out for the psycho-stare bunny cameo🐇👀
Had a lot of fun seeing it in a theater. Best way I can describe the movie is it’s pretty much if Mike Flanagan directed a Conjuring movie on a much more limited budget.
Oh! 👀
That's such a good explanation. I was getting "The Haunting of Hill House" meets "The Conjuring," so I totally agree. And it was low budget, but the scares were still scary. At no point did I think, "That looked fake." They used their budget wisely. In reality, you don't need to have crazy special effects to make an effective ghost film.
YES! It has a very Mike Flanagan aesthetic and tone. A great blend of psychological and supernatural horror.
It reminded me of Anatomy of a Fall as a horror movie. And I mean that in the best way possible, loved it.
With less developed characters or writing.
Oddity TURNED 👏🏻 IT 👏🏻 OUT 👏🏻! I loved it and I was covering my eyes and ears… it’s been a long time since I’ve felt that way in a theater while watching a movie. The opening scene reminded me of the opening scene of Urban Legend! So tense and I had no idea what was gonna happen. The main actress was so powerful too!
I saw it and I have to say that you NAILED this review. There are definitely parts where people laughed, but it wasn't a comedy. It's kind of difficult to explain until you see it. I think it's because the writing is just very clever.
And, same, the ending shot literally made me smile.
I'll also back up your guarantee. If at least one of those jump scares doesn't get you, something is wrong. LOL The funniest part is that I KNEW it was coming. It was so obvious what was going to happen, and I still jumped.
I think Mike Flanagan would sing this one's praises. (If he hasn't already.)
I LOVED this movie! I audibly gasped in the theatre at one part and that never happens to me. The whole beginning sequence fed a deep seeded fear I think a lot of women have.
Fr, I screamed at the tent jump scare
Good work. Been watching your horror stuff for years. Prob in your 1st 17k subs or so.
Thank you!! 🙌
I loved loved loved Darcy and the atmosphere of this world so much! I wish Darcy hadn’t passed because the character was so intriguing and I’d love to know more about her creepy shop of cursed things. Definitely have to keep my eyes on Carolyn Bracken & Damian Mc Carthy for their other projects. That tent scene?! 10/10!
you're probably the ONLY youtuber i actually listen to when you say 'go in blind / dont watch spoilers' :,) i am about to see longlegs finally and im so excited to rewatch your review once i finish!
'Oddity' has just been acquired by a distributor here in Ireland and will be released in theatres on 30th August. Wouldn't be surprised if it also gets a second distribution in the US later this year, probably in the fall.
It's interesting that an Irish film got US distribution before its home country.
@aaronmichael1201 It hasn't received much publicity at all over here yet (I only found out about it through American reviews). Presumably because Ireland is a small country and the resources needed to market a movie on a large scale just aren't available. Fortunately it's drawn plenty of interest from abroad and will get the attention it deserves, which is surely a credit to the quality of the film itself.
Just watched it opening night, and turned out I was sitting next to the family of the lead sisters, gas 😂 brill movie!
I've been really enjoying Shudder movies lately. Usually i don't care for supernatural horror but this one felt intelligent and the director really understood how to scare the audience - when to scare you and when to get rid of the tension.
I am glad I watched it in the theater. Spooky vibes were great. The scares were earned. Solid horror movie.
I could listen to your videos all day. Love your content
Yes!Yes!Yes!!!!! I’m so glad you loved it, and did this video! Oddity got lost in the “Longlegs” craziness, which I love Longlegs too. But THIS IS THE SCARIEST MOVIE OF 2024!!!! This movie is sooooooo good. Extremely scary, atmospheric, and I love Carolyn Bracken, just a gorgeous horror movie in every way. I hope this ends up your fav of the year😂 Great video, have a wonderful weekend! ❤
I could only find ONE single showing near me, I’m going to watch it in a couple hours!
My experience trying to see literally anything that isn't giant budget Hollywood these days
How was it?
I think showtimes are so limited because Deadpool and Wolverine dropped this week, screens are dedicated to that and Despicable Me/Inside Out 2 for the kiddos 😭
@@sillyxceciexactly!
This movie scared me more than Longlegs and I really enjoyed it like it needs more attention and love bc it’s so damn good. The reveal I didn’t expect (I guessed one part of the twist like who it was but the person truly responsible caught me off guard). That wooden man scared tf out of me and I kept looking away when it was on screen. 8.5/10 it was just so good and truly did scare me a lot with some pretty effective jumpscares.
yea agreed!! longless wasn’t for me and this needs more coverage
As I was leaving the theater IN BROAD DAYLIGHT, an "employee only" door opened behind me and I literally jumped off the sidewalk. Definitely got under my skin!
You’re so right about having to look away!! I hated looking at that thing and made myself look away when I caught myself doing that, and man! I could tell I got creeped out
@@EricMerchantI would’ve bolted like the roadrunner from Looney Toons
@@cheshyjohnsonlike the scene where the lady is taking things out of its head I kid you not I was like in my head “GIRL STOP PLZ THIS THING IS GONNA MOVE” and with every thing she kept taking out slowly I couldn’t look. A whole life size scary looking wooden man would’ve been burnt to ash immediately I saw it.
“You sound stupid” made me chuckle 😂
That might be one of my favorites lines EVER
I don’t know how I got lucky enough to see this in theater. Was definitely worth the watch
My wife, and I watched Gonjiam, and you were absolutely correct. Top 3 scariest movies we've ever seen.
i also just watched it cause of her!! that one scene was absolutely WILD
@@s3thtripp I know exactly which scene you're talking about.😳
Gonjiam was actually pretty silly, not very scary. If you really want to see something scary watch Hell House LLC Origins Carmichael Manor
@@neo7759 The first part was pretty silly, but the rest was damn scary. We have a home theater, and we, of course, turn of all of the lights. We started Hell House LLC...,
but turned it off. We'll give it another shot.
I don't get the hype around Gonjiam, its not even that scary. its a rip-off of Grave Encounters which was more creepy and disturbing.
This was a fantastic theater watch! There was only one other person in the theater and I genuinely felt very creeped out
Friggin’ Deadpool and Wolverine took over ALL the theaters around me and there isn’t a single showing in a theater within 50 miles of me. I keep hearing great things about this. Super bummed that I missed it
I noticed that. Hopefully, it'll come back after dp & wolvie has settled down
If u have an illegal streaming service or should be on it. I watched it home with my family and I couldn't sleep then 🤣
This is probably my favorite horror of the year. It's scary but also very funny and just so entertaining.
Also, you mentioning how the last scene made you smile made me feel so good. I had the biggest grin on my face in that final shot. So good.
I literally SCREAMED at the biggest jump scare and hit the button on my recliner which freaked me out even more 🙈
I was so lucky my theater had it for a week and I got a chance to see it. I don't think I would have had as much focus watching at home
I've been going through your Tubi suggestions and am loving them. Your curating of my movie nights has saved me precious time. Thank you!
I'm bummed that my local theater had "Oddity" opening week, but it only showed at 10pm. I waited a week to see if it would expand to more showings, but it left the theater after a week. I will be checking it out soon on Shudder. I also plan to see "Caveat" before that, since it's also on Shudder.
I watched this as a part of the fantasy Filmfest nights in April and it was definitely one of the most memorable of the bunch. The jump scares literally made me jump, hadn’t had this in years! What a fun watch. I recommend it to everyone who’s a fan of horror.
So good. It NEEDS to be watched in theaters. This lady went to the bathroom and scared me coming back when she rounded the corner coming back😂
Spoiler!!!
I genuinely jumped in fear at the tent scene which literally never happens to me
2:29 And actually if you think about it, this is appealing at least in part because this is how we tell stories to each other. It's never linear. We remember important points and we go back and fill these points in. I need to explore this idea more.
Its only showing once at 11 a.m., but you convinced me to give it a shot in the theater.
Off topic but your pic in the thumbnail is so cute! Love the hair clips
The tent jumpscare got me so good and i knew it was coming too
I just checked my theater and it’s got one showing. So I’m going tonight at 10:55pm lol. I saw the preview already somewhere so I was excited when I saw your review. Let’s gooo!
your eyes are poppin in this video!! such a lovely blue!
Your reviews are terrific.
I just finished watching this movie and I’m glad I listened to you when this video first popped up for me and stopped watching the video cause I 1000% agree it’s better to not know anything. I didn’t watch trailers or anything. It was fantastic, I loved it. So simple, so effective!
I made a day of it recently and saw this along with Longlegs at the theater. Time well spent. The minimal number of locations along with small cast really made this story feel focused and helped build the sense of dread throughout. It felt like a step up from Caveat which was still a good movie. My only criticism is I wanted to see the outcome played out differently. The final shot was foreshadowed but that is a minor quibble.
Spot on about the jump scares. Spot on.
I moderately enjoyed this movie, but I was thinking about how on earth Darcy drove to the house for longer than I want to admit 😭I was pretty impressed by the jumpscares and sound effects though.
Pretty sure she was driven
I also thought she drove since they didn’t show a driver. But later on when you see outside, the car she came in is gone
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I LOVED this movie! This is definitely my favorite of the year! 10/10!
THANK YOU for recommending going into this movie blind! It’s so much more effective that way. Now one of my all time favorite films!!
Looking forward to watching this film. Thank you for your analysis!
Genuinely scary movie. I have been frustrated this year with only a few really scary horrors, but this one is outstanding and I agree with you about going in cold. It just has moments where there is just a sense of dread. It is not easy to create that. This is likely to be overshadowed by over-hyped trope-milkshake that is Longlegs, when this movie is ACTUALLY unsettling and well made. The Irish seem to be very good at horror movies!
Saw this and really enjoyed this surprisingly good chiller. However, set a horror film in Ireland and I am immediately creeped out. I don’t what it is but if you set a film in Ireland my back immediately gets chills up it!
The indoor tent scene had me squirming, waiting, and dreading every second.
I went to see longlegs, was disappointed. Stuck around and bought a ticket for oddity. It was way better. Would be great to watch alone at home in the dark. Nice small film but so scary. Some good eerie moments a la the haunting of hill house
I watched your review earlier today, and then I just left the movies because I decided to go see it after seeing this video... Yo, just letting you know that yeah that shit was kinda scary... So you was right... Lol... I haven't felt that fear feeling while watching a horror movie in a min... This movie definitely brought it out for me some...
Ooh sounds awesome!!! Looking forward to this! Not sure if it will be screened here in cinemas in the UK. Fingers crossed tho!
You sold me. Pausing the video to watch it now.
definitely love oddity, it's scary ! i saw longlegs twice, and then i saw oddity, so happy i got to see it in theater because it was definitely limited , it was in my regular theater which is very close to me, but only in the smaller auditorium, and only like one showing time each of very few days
How was everyone so unfazed by the wooden doll sitting at the table the whole time? It's just beyond me how no one went like "what the f..?" the minute they stumble upon it
I watched your Longlegs review and it got me into the theatre to watch it last weekend. Definitely glad I went, though I’m not as into it as you are. I was casually checking showings today for this weekend and saw the poster for this movie but no showtimes are listed! Ugh. Now seeing your review about it makes me double ugh that there’s no showtimes for it!
I am fighting myself to NOT watch this video so I can watch the movie BUT GODDAAAAMN ITT I am very intrigued by the secretive release in cinemas
I really enjoyed this review. You piqued my curiosity.
Scared the crap out of me! Creepy, spooky, and genuinely unsettling, great acting and storytelling too. Carolyn Bracken is outstanding, highly recommended, and worth seeing in a theater!
so happy i didn’t miss this one in theaters! we had a couple of screams and people jumping out of seats in the audience 😂
yes you can call this limited😭 came back to this vid after 3 months bc i finally had the chance to see it. I live in the netherlands and it didn’t play in any theatre in the country plus shudder is not available here. I got lucky with finding out it played ONCE on halloween (literally just came back) in an independent local theatre, and it sold out pretty quickly. So happy i got to see it on the big screen!
I only have TUBI as a movie 🎥 platform because I just can't afford any others. So, I love listening to your reactions. I'm on a very tight budget and don't go to the theater anymore because it's way to expensive. Between tickets and snacks for too people, it's ridiculous! Love your show, watch you all the time.
I loved this film as well. I agree with you on the undertone of humor. Some of the scenes and the end shot gave me some Pet Semetery vibes in that it is horrific visuals with a touch of levity.
First big fan of your videos and reviews best horror film channel on the platform .. love from uk x
01:40 and I stopped bec.
in Vienna the release is later this month. I promise to come back to have your opinion. Great taste combined with obviously great leadership here!
I’d love to see you do a review on the movie stop motion that is relatively new!
My wife & I watched this last night on a laptop in the dark, & i literally jumped/half-fell off the couch during the tent scene even though i knew it was coming, the slow-burn tension leading up to action hit hard in multiple scenes
I'd been really wanting to see this as well as Longlegs. This wasn't out yet & I was so sure I'd love Longlegs I talked my husband into going which broke our decade long streak of actually going to a theater. The surprise was that I really didn't care much for it? My husband hated it tbh. Lol. So I really pray this one is better. 🙏
I agree, the jump scares being preceeded by dread really just made them hit harder. They were still scary af even when you could see some of them coming.
I watched this based off your recommendation and you were NOT WRONG. I’m so hard to scare but the opening made my skin crawl, so so tense.
I really liked it however I thought we’ll see more of the wooden thingy. I don’t mind a slow burn as long as there’s something to look forward to but with this, I felt like something was lacking a little bit. But definitely enjoyable!
I saw it on a whim a couple weeks ago because it was showing at a theater by me! I didn't know anything about it and was so pleasantly surprised. It definitely scared me too
Yes! I’m pretty seasoned but the scares got me. I had to leave my lamp on, ha! I loved this. His first movie Caveat was good too.
I have one showing close to me tonight and I am definitely going!
Oh my goshhhhhhh, see this in theaters, I drove an hour and 9 minutes and just may do it again tomorrow. It’s worth the drive! I met some fun theatre mates, Anya and Tom or John, I forget which one now that I must recall…. SIMPLY A PLEASUREFEST OF HORROR. The tension was so well balanced with payout and just really loved this one 😌
watched this based off of your recommendation and i had a blast
Managed to find it at a theater near me because of this review! It was only showing at 10 o'clock at night and only for two more days, but when Sarah tells you to go see a movie, you go see that movie no matter what it takes. No notes. Perfect movie. 10/10.
Can't wait to see this. Liked Caveat a lot. Sadly it didn't play anywhere around me. What a great time for horror though. This, Longlegs, Cuckoo, Alien Romulus, Trap, just so much great stuff within a couple of months.
the opening scene of longlegs was the only part that conjured any fear for me but im excited to check this one out!
Started watching this review 2mo ago.. and stopped as soon as u said to stop lol! And now I’m back.. cause as u said, it now available 2mo later on Shudder… totally agree .. I’m so mad I couldn’t catch it in the theaters! Given that longless, cuckoo, and this one pretty much came out really closed to each other… this one I think is the best. Just the absolute dread that this movie conveys! Masterclass!
It’s playing at regal cinema in Aliso Viejo, CA, if anyone in that area is looking for it.
Watched in my home theatre. Jump scares were on point. Plot actually interesting. Sound design was brilliant.
Finally got to watch this as it released on Shudder! I don’t think it was the scariest movie of the year, but this movie had the best jump scares and supernatural elements of any movie I’ve seen recently. ❤ knew what it was going to do but I enjoyed the ride!
Just watched it. Awesome movie. You are correct that even a seasoned horror fan will get scared. Great storytelling . The final scene was gratifying
I watched this movie with my parents who are easily turned off by horror movies due to lack of sense or other things. We all really enjoyed this film. I felt it was a step in the right direction from caveat which was also a very well written film. Mc Carthy does an excellent job even with an indie budget and I hope it gets more love on shudder.
Completely agreed with this. I saw this the same week as I saw Longlegs - and while I liked Longlegs more overall, the tension and suspense of Oddity was CRAZY to me. I don’t get freaked out easily, and legitimately I was so on the edge of my seat and creeped out the whole time.
I had to drive across town to the mall I hadn't gone to in ages to see it, only 2 showtimes, but I'm sure glad I did see it in a dark theater with, like, 4 other people.
I just watched this last night and it is now my favorite movie of 2024. Two of those jump scares made me scream and I DO NOT react that way anymore to horror movies since I’m old, have been watching horror movies since I was about 8, and like 80% of what I watch is horror. I loved the story, loved the performances, and the atmosphere was fantastic. I also loved the final shot because it was a payoff for sure on a few levels and it was great.
It is such a great movie! I hadnt even heard of the movie until we got our tickets. Awesome video!
id never heard of this movie, i cant wait for it to go out to streaming because unfortunately it wont be released in my country 😢
It scared me and I loved it until the end, and I wish we saw more of the end
I saw this in a theater. Loved it. This movie actually scared me.
Could you do a list of atmospheric supernatural horror movies? I would love that.
I may have to drive 2 hours to see this one.
Well tonight, I finally got around to watching this movie. My atmosphere was at night with all of my lights out in my apartment and alone now I watch a lot of horror movies usually I am not freaked out, scared on edge. But the jump scares in this movie creeped me out have to say that was very well done. I love the setting the uniqueness of the house, the atmosphere, The sister and all her strange, psychic powers that was definitely a cool element. Overall, I really enjoyed the movie some of the stuff I wish they would’ve explained a little bit more like I found myself saying why didn’t they elaborate more on that particular scene I thought the ending could have been a little better. but overall, I would recommend it to her fan definitely for the jump scares and the creepy elements. I have to say I avoided all spoilers in this movie so I knew nothing about it when I started and press play I don’t know how long it’s been going on now for him, but I stopped watching trailers and if there’s a new horror movie out, I just go in absolutely blind and I have to say sometimes it works out very well other times I thought if I would.
Not have watched that. Anyway I’m happy I got to see it.
Eagerly waiting for this one and Longlegs to come to Berlin!
It didn't come to my area. Thanks for your review!
This movie has ONE showtime near me and it's 8:15AM tomorrow morning 😭
I watched it last night and this morning couldn’t even remember the ending. Gonna go back and watch again to see if I change my mind about it.
Okay clearly I fell asleep… that movie is fantastic!
Completely agree with this review. Very good movie and something very different. 👍
Although I didn’t like the ending that much. But it’s ok. I can see why you like it.
I loved this movie !!! It was so creepy , just a good watch ( I saw this on Shudder ) I loved Longlegs too , but it was a different kind of creepy . You have to see Daddy's Head and give a review . I would like to know your thoughts on that movie ( which I liked too ) .
This movie gave me the creeps! 😂😂😂 I loved the pacing and the story telling. So very well shot..they show what you need to see that you know is going to scare you and also subvert the scares, expectation wise (in a good way).
There’s one showing at one theater near me! Showing into next week so I might have time to go!