The new horror film “Oddity” has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and could well challenge Longlegs’ crown as the best horror film of the year.
Written and directed by Damian McCarthy, the film follows blind occultist Darcy (Carolyn Bracken) as she hunts down those responsible for the death of her twin sister, using inherited haunted objects as a tool for revenge.
Ahead of its release, Oddity still holds a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 33 reviews. (Longlegs also started at 100% before slipping from 202 reviews to 87% before its release.)
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Check out a selection of the first reviews below.
Screen International
“The director’s ability to create and maintain a truly unsettling atmosphere makes this Irish horror film a must-see for horror fans.”
diversity
“(Damian) McCarthy and editor Brian Philip Davis create suspenseful moments with perfect timing and use the darkness to their advantage in a refreshing way.”
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IndieWire
“Oddity delivers a brilliant, tailored and entertaining set of ideas that feel stronger as a collection – with even those missteps feeling like they emanate from a unified center.”
Damn disgusting
“Oddity continues the filmmaker’s exploration of supernatural karma and retribution with unusual characters and a unique vision for horror.”
AV Club
“An incredibly entertaining, beautifully orchestrated rollercoaster ride, exactly the kind of horror film you want to see with a large audience.”
Oddity hits US theaters this Friday (July 19), with no confirmed UK release date yet.
However, its UK premiere will take place on Friday 16 August at the Edinburgh International Film Festival.
The film also stars Gwilym Lee (The Great), Tadhg Murphy, Caroline Menton, Steve Wall, Jonathan French and Joe Rooney.
Oddity will be released in US theaters on July 19. A UK release date has yet to be confirmed.
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