Stone 2010
"Some People Tell Lies. Others Live Them."
In the taut psychological drama *Stone (2010)* from director John Curran, a seasoned parole officer on the cusp of retirement finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of psychological cat-and-mouse with a convicted arsonist up for parole.
Director: John Curran
Cast
Robert De Niro
Jack
Edward Norton
Stone
Milla Jovovich
Lucetta
Frances Conroy
Madylyn
Enver Gjokaj
Young Jack
Pepper Binkley
Young Madylyn
Sandra Love Aldridge
Miss Dickerson
Greg Trzaskoma
Guard Peters
Rachel Loiselle
Candace
Kylie Tarnopol
Young Candace
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stone (2010) about?
The film follows a weary parole officer nearing retirement who clashes with a convicted arsonist desperate for early release. When the prisoner's seductive wife steps in, their psychological battle escalates, testing the officer's resolve and exposing hidden truths.
Who directed Stone?
Stone was directed by John Curran, known for his work on character-driven thrillers like *The Painted Veil* and *We Don't Live Here Anymore*.
Who stars in Stone?
The film features Robert De Niro as the parole officer Jack Mabry, alongside Edward Norton as Gerald 'Stone' Creeson, Milla Jovovich as his wife, and Frances Conroy in a supporting role.
Is Stone (2010) worth watching?
While not a blockbuster, *Stone (2010)* offers a compelling character study with strong performances from De Niro and Norton. Its slow-burn tension and morally ambiguous plot make it a solid pick for fans of psychological thrillers.
How long is Stone?
Stone has a runtime of 105 minutes.
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About Stone (2010) — A Parole Officer's Final Game of Lies and Deception
In the taut psychological drama *Stone (2010)* from director John Curran, a seasoned parole officer on the cusp of retirement finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of psychological cat-and-mouse with a convicted arsonist up for parole. Robert De Niro embodies the weary but sharp-witted Jack Mabry, who dismisses the manipulative Gerald 'Stone' Creeson (Edward Norton) as just another desperate criminal playing mind games. Yet when Stone's alluring wife (Milla Jovovich) enters the picture, the boundaries between justice and deception blur, revealing a high-stakes battle of wits where truth is the ultimate casualty. As the clock ticks down to Jack's retirement, the film builds an atmosphere of simmering tension, exploring themes of trust, redemption, and the lies we tell to survive.
With its slow-burn pacing and stellar cast, *Stone (2010)* delivers a gripping character study wrapped in the suspense of a thriller. Curran's direction crafts a morally complex narrative where every conversation crackles with unspoken agendas, and the line between hunter and prey dissolves.
