O'Dessa

Enjoy this one. Reading the polarized reviews was fascinating. Thinking folks who hated it probably hated Rocky Horror in their past life.

After seeing 5 star reviews on this movie, I’m now understanding why the film industry has become so disappointing over the years. This is one of those movies you randomly choose, then become irate that you wasted time watching it. I’ve never heard of this singer until this movie, but if this was meant to help launch her career into the next level, this was a questionable way of doing so. I’ll be sure to skip anything I see that includes the name of this person. If you’re going to watch this because it’s listed under the “sci-fi” genre, save yourself the time.

“Freedom and love go together. Love is not a reaction. If I love you because you love me, that is mere trade, a thing to be bought in the market; it is not love. To love is not to ask anything in return, not even to feel that you are giving something- and it is only such love that can know freedom.” ― J. Krishnamurti

I decided to watch this hearing it was like Repo, and it is not. Don’t waste your time. Awful movie, terrible plot, terrible acting. Just all around bad.

The opening was little decent and kinda weird angle but the whole movie was worth to watch. The ending of movie I don't what is going happen next? I liked and enjoy it.

Damn… this is weird… she can sing… but the movie is weird… and Disney against the entertainment conglomerate seems double-faced… I don’t know it’s weird.

Geremy Jasper's O'Dessa is a post-apocalyptic rock opera that aspires to blend musical innovation with dystopian storytelling. Featuring Sadie Sink as the titular O'Dessa, the film follows her journey through a barren wasteland to reclaim a stolen family heirloom and fulfill a prophetic destiny. Despite its ambitious premise, O'Dessa falters in execution, resulting in a disjointed and unsatisfying cinematic experience. Sadie Sink, known for her role in Stranger Things, steps into the spotlight as O'Dessa, a character prophesied to save her world through music. While Sink's previous performances have demonstrated her capability, here she is hampered by a script that offers little depth or development. Her portrayal lacks the charisma necessary to carry the weight of the narrative, leaving audiences disconnected from her quest. Kelvin Harrison Jr. portrays Euri Dervish, à lounge singer and O'Dessa's love interest. Their on-screen chemistry is virtually nonexistent, rendering their romantic subplot unconvincing and devoid of emotional impact. Regina Hall's Neon Dion, a local crime boss, and Murray Bartlett's Plutonovich, a tyrannical game show host, serve as the film's antagonists. Both actors seem constrained by their roles, unable to inject the necessary menace or complexity into their characters. Jasper's direction attempts to meld elements of Americana folklore with European fairy tales and science fiction. However, this fusion results in a muddled aesthetic that lacks coherence. The film's pacing is erratic, with scenes that meander without purpose, leading to a narrative that feels both rushed and interminable, The screenplay is laden with clichéd dialogue and predictable plot points, offering no fresh perspective or insight into the genre. The world-building is superficial at best, failing to immerse viewers in the dystopian setting or provide a believable backdrop for the story. Cinematographically, O'Dessa relies heavily on neon-drenched visuals and stylized set pieces. While certain frames exhibit a striking use of color and design, they often feel derivative, echoing superior films without adding original flair. The overuse of plasma hues and retro-futuristic motifs comes across as a desperate attempt to evoke nostalgia rather than serving the narrative. The editing lacks rhythm, with musical sequences abruptly interrupting the flow of the story, further disengaging the audience, The musical component, ostensibly the film's centerpiece, is its most glaring weakness. The original songs are forgettable, with lyrics that are both trite and uninspired, Numbers meant to be anthemic fall flat, failing to elicit any emotional response or advance the plot meaningfully. The choreography is uninventive, and the performances lack the energy required to invigorate the musical interludes. Given Jasper's background in music videos, one would expect a more dynamic and engaging integration of music and narrative, but here it feels disjointed and superfluous. Thematically, O'Dessa endeavors to explore concepts of destiny, love, and rebellion. However, these themes are handled with such a lack of subtlety and depth that they fail to resonate. The film's attempts at social commentary are superficial, offering no substantial critique or insight into the human condition. Comparisons to classics like Mad Max or The Rocky Horror Picture Show only serve to highlight O'Dessa's shortcomings, as it lacks the innovation and boldness that made those films iconic, In conclusion, O'Dessa is a film that collapses under the weight of its own ambitions. Despite a promising cast and a concept ripe with potential, ît delivers a lackluster and forgettable experience. The disjointed direction, shallow characterizations, uninspired music, and derivative visuals culminate in a movie that neither entertains nor enlightens. For those seeking a compelling musical or a gripping dystopian tale, O'Dessa regrettably offers neither.

Great movie! Sadie has such a beautiful voice.

It's a film that could have been bigger than it ended up being. It had good intentions and plenty of powerful plots, but it misses the mark on some decisions that diminish its potential, leaving it wanting more than enough for this musical to finally make its return to the big screen. Its streaming platform is perfect because it's a perfect film to watch at home without regretting whether you spent your money well or not. It's worth seeing for its lead character, its music, and its style; without setting high expectations, you can simply find a reward in an interesting musical that ends up being poorly executed.

Película de Plataforma Disney +. Preocupaciones profundas sobre el impacto de O'Dessa en el público juvenil o infantil, especialmente en relación con la manipulación mediática, la confusión identitaria y la exposición prematura a mensajes complejos. Más allá del guión, la trama o el entretenimiento.... Sino desde un enfoque crítico basado en psicología del desarrollo y la identidad de género. Esta película tiene temas contrivertidos que irían desde a) el uso de estética hipnótica y sobreestimulación visual. Los colores fosforescentes, movimientos rápidos y escenas caóticas activan el sistema de recompensa cerebral en niños, creando una dependencia sensorial (similar a lo observado en redes sociales o videojuegos). Esto reduce su capacidad de reflexión crítica y los hace más vulnerables a absorber mensajes de forma pasiva. Subconsciente. Estudios en neurociencia cognitiva señalan que la exposición prolongada a estímulos hiperestimulantes puede afectar la atención sostenida y aumentar la ansiedad en menores . b) Subversión de roles de género como herramienta ideológica. Si bien la flexibilidad de género puede ser un tema positivo, en jóvenes y niños (etapa de desarrollo cognitivo concreto, según Piaget) puede generar confusión. Antes de los 7-10 años, los niños necesitan estructuras claras para entender su identidad. La inversión abrupta de símbolos (velo rojo en el chico, ropa masculinizada en la protagonista) sin contexto narrativo pedagógico puede ser percibida como caos simbólico, lo que deriva en inseguridad emocional. Esto se relaciona con la teoría de Vygotsky sobre el andamiaje cultural necesario para el aprendizaje. c) Normalización de dinámicas adultas ambiguas. La relación entre el hombre en la televisión y la niña sin explicación clara podría activar alertas inconscientes sobre figuras de autoridad ambiguas, un tema delicado en psicología infantil. La falta de resolución narrativa refuerza la desconfianza en su entorno. 2. Impacto psicológico en niños y preadolescentes: riesgos específicos. a) Confusión identitaria prematura En etapas tempranas (3-12 años), los se construye la identidad mediante imitación de roles claros. Cuando estos son deliberadamente difusos (sin una explicación adaptada a su edad), pueden experimentar: Ansiedad por no comprender "qué se espera de ellos y Disonancia cognitiva al internalizar mensajes contradictorios ("¿soy niño o niña si la película muestra que no hay diferencia?"). b) Pérdida de seguridad en las estructuras sociales. Las sociedades ambiguas o distópicas presentadas como "normales" (sin crítica explícita) pueden generar desorientación moral. Ejemplo: si la boda con roles invertidos se muestra como un hecho neutro (no como una elección o crítica), el niño no desarrolla herramientas para contextualizarla. c) Adoctrinamiento subliminal. La combinación de imágenes atractivas con mensajes complejos opera como condicionamiento clásico: asocian estímulos placenteros (colores, música) con ideas que no pueden procesar. Esto se ha documentado en investigaciones sobre publicidad infantil . 3. ¿Cómo proteger a los niños? Estrategias prácticas a) Filtrado activo por parte de los padres. Verificar clasificación, edad. No confiar en la edad, aveces no garantiza contenido apto. Buscar análisis de expertos en psicología infantil. Uso de herramientas de control parental: Plataformas está Common Sense ofrece guías sobre contenido. b) Educación mediática temprana Enseñar a cuestionar lo que ven. Preguntas como ¿Por qué crees que el personaje viste así? o ¿Qué mensaje te queda después de ver esto? fomentan pensamiento crítico. Contrarrestar con narrativas claras: Si tú hijo o hija expresa confusión, explicar con ejemplos concretos (Algunas personas eligen su ropa libremente, pero tú puedes decidir).