LeoGlossary: Odd Thomas (Film)

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Odd Thomas is a 2013 American supernatural horror film based on the 2003 novel of the same name by Dean Koontz. The film was directed by Stephen Sommers and stars Anton Yelchin as Odd Thomas, a psychic short-order cook who can see the dead.

Odd Thomas lives in the quiet town of Pico Mundo, California. He has the ability to see the dead, but he only sees those who have died recently and are still waiting to be crossed over to the afterlife. Odd uses his ability to help people and to prevent crimes.

One day, Odd sees a strange man in town who he calls Fungus Bob because of his thick green hair. Odd has a bad feeling about Fungus Bob and believes that he is planning something terrible.

Odd tries to warn the police about Fungus Bob, but they don't believe him. Odd then decides to take matters into his own hands and try to stop Fungus Bob from carrying out his plans.

Odd Thomas is a suspenseful and thrilling film with a unique premise. The film's supernatural elements are well-done and the performances are excellent, especially from Yelchin.

The film also explores some interesting themes, such as the nature of good and evil, the importance of community, and the power of love.

Odd Thomas is a film that is sure to appeal to fans of supernatural horror and suspense.

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Cast

Anton Yelchin as Odd Thomas, the clairvoyant cook with supernatural powers to see the dead. He must destroy the threat to Pico Mundo. Jack Justice plays young Odd Thomas.
Addison Timlin as Bronwyn "Stormy" Llewellyn, Odd's love interest. She knows about Odd's powers and tries to help him out any way she can. Robin Lanning plays young Stormy.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Viola, a waitress at the restaurant.
Shuler Hensley as Fungus Bob, a mysterious suspect with mold as hair.
Leonor Varela as Odd's Mother; seen in only flashbacks who too has the gift of clairvoyance and is committed to a mental hospital by Odd's father.
Willem Dafoe as Wyatt Porter, the town's police chief who also knows about Odd's powers and helps out Odd in many ways.
Melissa Ordway as Lysette, a blonde teenager.
Nico Tortorella as Simon Varner, a police officer who dislikes Odd.
Kyle McKeever as Bern Eckles, another police officer who works for Wyatt.
Laurel Harris as Karla Porter, Wyatt's wife.

With cameo appearances by Patton Oswalt as Ozzie, Matthew Page as Harlo Landerson, Morse Bicknel as Kevin Goss, Ashley Sommers as Penny Kalisto, and Arnold Vosloo as Tom Jedd.

Director: Stepehn Sommers

Writers: Stephen Sommers Dean R. Koontz

Box Office Gross: $1,149,267

Distributor: Fusion Films

Genre: Comedy Fantasy Horror Mystery Romance Thriller

Release Date: June 27, 2013