The Stoners
The Stoners

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The Stoners

1991
Movie
110 min
Arabic

A group of stoners has a story each, including Nadia who loves Samir, but he refuses to marry her because she's poor, Ahmed the impotent, Talaat the deviant, and Abbas the unemployed who marries the wealthy cafe owner. They all share one thing, which is the murder of one of their friends

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Anthony D. StarkGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two dim-witted friends, desperate for cash, decide to rob a pawn shop. Their ineptitude quickly escalates the situation, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and dangerous encounters with criminals, law enforcement, and their own escalating paranoia.

Critical Reception

The Stoners is a low-budget independent comedy that garnered a cult following primarily among fans of quirky, offbeat humor. It received mixed reviews upon its release, with many critics noting its amateurish production values but appreciating its unique, albeit crude, comedic style and memorable characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique, albeit unpolished, comedic sensibility.

  • Noted for its memorable, albeit unconventional, characters.

  • Criticized for its low production values and sometimes crude humor.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability and distribution of reviews. However, what little feedback exists suggests a divisive film that appeals to a niche audience appreciative of its specific brand of humor.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, reportedly around $5,000, contributing to its raw and unpolished aesthetic.

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