The Odd Life of Timothy Green is an American fantasy drama film directed by Peter Hedges and released by Walt Disney Pictures on August 15, 2012. Based on a concept by Ahmet Zappa,
the film is about a magical pre-adolescent boy whose personality and
naivete have profound effects on the people in his town. It received
mixed reviews from critics and had modest ticket sales in its debut
weekend.
Director: Peter Hedges
Writers: Peter Hedges (screenplay), Ahmet Zappa (story)
Stars: Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton and CJ Adams
Director/writer Peter Hedges brings enchantment to the screen with The
Odd Life of Timothy Green, an inspiring, magical story about a happily
married couple, Cindy and Jim Green (Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton),
who can't wait to start a family but can only dream about what their
child would be like. When young Timothy (CJ Adams) shows up on their
doorstep one stormy night, Cindy and Jim -- and their small town of
Stanleyville -- learn that sometimes the unexpected can bring some of
life's greatest gifts.