Blood Stone
Blood Stone

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Blood Stone

1972
Movie
73 min
Estonian

A landlord chases his escaped serf but some town takes the refugee under its protection. That leads to a serious confrontation. Based on a true story.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Norman FosterGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective is called to a remote island mansion to investigate a murder. As he delves deeper into the family's secrets and tangled relationships, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving greed and betrayal. The detective must race against time to unmask the killer before they strike again.

Critical Reception

Blood Stone received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and intriguing mystery, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements and others finding it predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and classic whodunit structure.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Found to be an enjoyable, albeit minor, entry in the mystery genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Blood Stone are scarce due to its limited release and age. Those available generally acknowledge its attempt at a suspenseful mystery but often note a lack of memorable moments or groundbreaking plot twists.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location on a small island, which added to its isolated and suspenseful atmosphere.

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