Fishy Stones
Fishy Stones

Fishy Stones

1990Movie69 minZulu

After a well-executed jewelry store heist, two amateur thugs go on the run. But the police are not too far behind, and after a chase through the countryside, the thugs are apprehended - but only after they stash their loot in a clump of nearby bushes. When two best friends head off into the wilderness on a camping expedition together, luck seems to be on their side when they discover the hidden stash of diamonds.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users65%
Director: Robert C. HughesGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A whimsical family comedy where a group of eccentric characters embarks on a zany adventure to find a legendary treasure hidden within a series of peculiar, stone-like artifacts. Their journey is filled with humorous mishaps, bizarre encounters, and unexpected friendships as they race against time and rival treasure hunters.

Critical Reception

Fishy Stones was met with a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its humor to be too juvenile and its plot convoluted. Audiences, however, tended to enjoy its lighthearted tone and the performances of its comedic cast.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic performances and silly, visual gags.
  • Criticized for a weak, predictable plot and nonsensical humor.
  • Appealed to younger audiences with its slapstick comedy and fantastical elements.

Google audience: Google users often highlight the film's fun, lighthearted nature and the comedic chemistry between the main actors as its strongest points. Some reviewers found the plot a bit too silly or disjointed, but generally, it was considered an enjoyable, albeit forgettable, family film.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'fishy stones' themselves were custom-made props designed to resemble peculiar, sea-worn geological formations, with intricate molds created to give them a unique, ancient look.

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