The Stone Eater
The Stone Eater

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The Stone Eater

2018
Movie
109 min
Italian

In a small mountain valley in Italy, the former criminal Cesare discovers the corpse of his nephew Fausto.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Jonathan ZizaGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip in the remote wilderness of the Ozarks stumble upon an unsettling local legend of the Stone Eater, a creature said to devour human flesh. As they delve deeper into the folklore and experience increasingly disturbing events, they realize the terrifying legend might be a horrifying reality.

Critical Reception

The Stone Eater received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and uneven pacing, though some acknowledged its atmospheric tension and a few effective scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative plot and slow build-up.

  • Some viewers found the creature design and practical effects to be a slight positive.

  • Overall, it's considered a forgettable entry in the found-footage horror subgenre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally unimpressed, with many finding the film to be predictable and lacking in genuine suspense.

Fun Fact

The film utilizes a found-footage style, aiming to enhance realism and immersion for the audience.

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