Stoutor It's not great by any means, but it's a pretty good movie that didn't leave me filled with regret for investing time in it.

SanEat A film with more than the usual spoiler issues. Talking about it in any detail feels akin to handing you a gift-wrapped present and saying, "I hope you like it -- It's a thriller about a diabolical secret experiment."

Tayloriona Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.

Roman Sampson One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.

Leofwine_draca THE ODESSA FILE is a low-key spy thriller of the 1970s, going for gritty realism rather than Bond-style thrills and spills. It has a little in common with THE IPCRESS FILE and much in common with the Nazi-hunting movies of the later '70s such as THE BOYS FROM BRAZIL and MARATHON MAN. Jon Voight is an unusual choice for the German journalist protagonist but he makes a good fist of the job and is remarkably convincing.The story sees Voight's steely reporter hunting for members of the secret Odessa gang, populated by former Nazis evading justice. This tale was taken from the headlines, based on a novel by Frederick Forsyth, and it also happened to be true; Odessa really did exist. The story that follows is overlong at times but generally compelling, especially when Voight's cover is blown in the latter stages and the peril builds increasingly. There's some nicely-drawn character work and one protracted fight scene which director Ronald Neame handles very well.

sunznc Starts rather abruptly with editorial over the screen hinting that this could be an intense, thrilling spy film based on an actual occurrence.Sadly though, it never really rises above mediocrity. Some of the scenes feel almost moldy and so old fashioned, it's hard to believe anyone ever thought it modern even when new. This hasn't aged well and while there are some intense moments and it moves well, the climax is a bit disappointing and the film ends as abruptly as it began.Some scenes could have been fleshed out more or contained much more interesting dialog. A lot of the scenes are very low key, almost static. Hasn't dated well.

AaronCapenBanner Based on Fredrick Forsyth's novel, and well directed by Ronald Neame, this thriller stars Jon Voight as journalist Peter Miller, who, after reading the diary of a suicide victim, learns of a recent sighting of a fugitive S.S. death camp commander(played by Maximilian Schell) so works with an underground Israeli group to infiltrate Odessa, a group comprised of fugitive Nazis, dedicated to aiding them evade authorities and set them up financially. He succeeds in joining the group, but we later learn that Peter has an ulterior motive in his mission... Future "Doctor Who" companion Mary Tamm plays his girlfriend Sigi, who supports him all she can, even at risk of her own life.Another smart and engrossing thriller from a Forsyth novel is also well acted and exciting, leading to a good climax. A bit incredible at times, but entertaining.

froberts73 "The Odessa File" is a riveting piece of history that will hold your attention as it illustrates man's constant inhumanity. Its concentration camp scenes almost rival those in "Schindler's List."Jon Voight, as usual, is an intelligent actor who fits the part of a reporter with a German background, perfectly. However, it is Maximilian Schell's performance as the concentration camp commander that is positively chilling.You will learn from this movie but, those with a heart and soul will be discouraged about they do learn.This film is a must-see history-come-alive item.