Fossil
Fossil

Fossil

2014Movie93 minEnglish

Paul and Camilla’s marriage is in trouble. They head to a picturesque cottage in the South of France to work through their problems and try to inject some love back into their marriage. As their relationship unravels, the holiday is hijacked by an American and his French girlfriend. Looking for an excuse to pause the hostilities, Camilla invites them to stay at the cottage...

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Dean JohnsonGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a weekend camping trip in the remote wilderness stumble upon a series of disturbing and terrifying discoveries. As they venture deeper into the woods, they realize they are not alone and are being hunted by something ancient and deadly. Their survival hinges on uncovering the dark secrets of the land before they become its next victims.

Critical Reception

Fossil received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and suspenseful build-up, while some found the plot predictable and the scares less effective than intended. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the creature feature elements and the isolated setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of a remote, unsettling atmosphere.
  • Noted for its suspenseful pacing and creature-feature elements.
  • Some critics found the narrative tropes to be unoriginal.

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Fun Fact

The film's creature design was inspired by ancient prehistoric creatures, aiming for a more primal and terrifying antagonist.

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