Against All Odds Review (6.0/10): Jack Faith's Time-Bending Sequel

This Against All Odds review covers a compact, independent sequel written and directed by Jack Faith, who also stars. It mixes action with supernatural drama and asks what happens when someone keeps rewriting his own past. Public critical coverage is thin, so this is a look at what the film sets out to do and who it suits.

Against All Odds Review: The Story So Far (No Spoilers)

The Against All Odds plot follows on from Try That Again. Jason has repeatedly manipulated time, and those choices now have consequences that he can't undo with another reset. Alongside Jocelyn and the enigmatic bartender Lexian, he must deal with the fallout.

Lexian belongs to a supernatural race called the Pristines. Her tyrannical boss, Xaldin, has stripped her of her powers and made her mortal. He now pursues her as a relentless enforcer of the natural order, and the trio has to outwit him.

The tagline, "Who do you want to be?", points to the real subject. This is a story about identity and responsibility as much as a chase. Newcomers may feel a step behind, since the film builds on the first movie.

What Works in Against All Odds

The premise is the strongest card. A hunted immortal who has become mortal is a neat reversal, and a villain who defends the natural order gives the chase a clear moral edge. Time-travel stories often get tangled, but this one keeps its stakes personal.

The short runtime also helps. At 70 minutes, the film has little room to sag. Early audience feedback on IMDb is mostly warm, with viewers praising the cast, the cinematography and the script.

It also fits neatly into the wider field of action movie reviews and drama, balancing pursuit with consequence. If you like character-driven genre films made on a modest scale, there is something to admire here.

Against All Odds Cast and Performances

The Against All Odds cast is led by Jack Faith as Jason, so the director is also the emotional center of the film. Rachel Paige plays Jocelyn, and Millie Rose Evans plays Lexian, the bartender whose fall from power drives the plot.

• RayJay Serrano plays Xaldin, the pursuing enforcer.

• Rachel Gallagher plays Amy.

• Anthony Ficco plays Murphy.

The film depends on Lexian and Xaldin to sell its supernatural world. Their rivalry carries most of the tension. Audience comments are positive about the acting, though no professional critics have weighed in yet.

Where Against All Odds Stumbles

The biggest hurdle is the sequel structure. Viewers who haven't seen Try That Again may struggle with the rules of time manipulation and the Pristines. A little more explanation would have made the film friendlier.

Scale is the other issue. Independent budgets limit what a story about time and supernatural beings can show, and a 70-minute cut leaves little space for deeper world-building. Ratings are mixed so far: IMDb sits at 6.5/10, while Reelgood shows 50/100 from only a handful of votes.

Those numbers are small, so treat them as hints rather than a verdict. Some viewers have dismissed the film as boring, and pacing will depend on your taste for talky genre drama.

Is Against All Odds Worth Watching?

Yes, if you have seen Try That Again and enjoy small-scale supernatural action. The film is short, the premise is clear, and the villain gives the story real momentum. Director Jack Faith keeps his ideas focused rather than overreaching.

If you haven't seen the first film, watch that first, or expect to feel slightly lost. Anyone who wants polished blockbuster spectacle should adjust expectations. For fans of indie drama movie reviews with a fantasy twist, it is an easy 70 minutes.

If you want a similar low-budget chase, our review of Delivery Run covers another tight, stripped-back thriller. You can also check the film's IMDb page for the latest user ratings.

Who Will Enjoy Against All Odds

• Viewers who watched Try That Again and want to see the story continue.

• Fans of indie action and supernatural drama with a time-travel hook.

• Anyone who wants a short, focused film for a single evening.