Big Screen Blurb: I Am Number Four

I Am Number Four. I know what you’re thinking. “By the time these sequels get to number four they’re pretty damn predictable.” Yes, I would agree with that, with the exceptions of the Harry Potter series and Star Wars saga notwithstanding. But wait, when it comes to I Am Number Four, we’re not talking about a sequel. We’re talking about an original sci-fi action/adventure piece that will have you scrambling to IMDB to find out when Number Five will hit the screen.


Alex Pettyfer plays #4…let’s call him “John”. The dude has been forced to develop a series of aliases because he is, alas, an alien in hiding. Is he veiling himself from we humanoids who might just dissect him for fun-sies, you ask? Well, no. Actually, #4 has bigger fish to fry. He and eight of his fellow aliens are blending in on earth as the Mogadorians have invaded their planet. His job is to survive with his fellow aliens, but the Mogs are making that a tall order. They are hunting down each of the nine in sequence and ole John is, well, as they say in the assassin game, “Next!”

John tries to blend in and create a life of sorts, which he does…falling in sweet love with fellow high schooler, Sarah (Dianna Agron). However, John’s special talents make ‘blending’ a tall order and soon he’s got the jealous football players on his tail followed closely by the ole Mogs. Number Six (Teresa Palmer) eventually joins the fray and yadayadayada a war of worlds is waged right here on earth—Cleveland to be exact.

It’s good…very good actually. It tallies 4.5 Stars in my book. Fresh faces (for the most part) combined with a great story, solid acting, and fun action make for a thoroughly entertaining hour and fifty minutes. The story is unique and keeps the ole attention throughout. You’ve got a high school kid—who has powers beyond any earthling…that is living a microcosm of the ole high school experience. You know, trying to fit in with everyone, but still be himself and enjoy the ride despite the numerous ups and downs that high school presents. Sounds pretty much like my high school experience; although, admittedly, I didn’t have aliens trying to kill me—only a sister…and I didn’t enjoy the experience on an another world—although Salem, Indiana sure felt like it at times.

All in all, I Am Number Four is a fun ride and one you’ll enjoy if you have a penchant for science fiction…a love for an intriguing storyline…or just want to look at Alex Pettyfer for a couple of hours. See it and see it BIG!

True…OUT!!!