Monolith

A man begins narrating a story about his childhood experiences with his mother. He recalls a troubling event where someone began taking pictures of his family without their consent, leading them to feel threatened and fearful.

The family's sense of security is shattered when they discover that the person taking pictures is a stalker. In response, they contact the police to report the incident, but unfortunately, the cops have no records of the stalker, and critical evidence is lost.

In a reflective moment, the ex-journalist turned podcaster publicly apologizes for her previous mistakes in journalism. She expresses regret for failing to verify her sources before publishing a previous article, showcasing her commitment to accurately reporting the truth in her new venture.

The podcaster introduces her new podcast titled 'Beyond Believable,' aiming to explore mysterious stories and truths. She begins listening to an influx of messages from her audience, some supportive, while others express disdain for her work.

Amidst the hate messages, the podcaster discovers an anonymous email containing the word 'Bricks,' along with an intriguing number. This sparks her curiosity, pushing her to follow the lead and uncover the truth behind this mysterious connection.

The podcaster contacts a woman named Ms. King to discuss the anonymous email. Ms. King reluctantly shares her experience of being blamed for scratches on the owner's furniture, revealing a connection to a black brick that was linked to her daughter, Paula.

Ms. King narrates the history of the black brick, which was sold to a German art collector after being deemed a form of payment for the furniture damage. The intrigue around the brick deepens as she describes its powerful aura and the ominous mystery it seems to carry.

The podcaster connects with a German art collector named Lang, who reveals that he owns multiple black bricks. He recounts personal experiences with his own brick, including strange visions and a profound connection that he believes transcends normal perception.

As the podcaster releases her first episode, she receives a surge of calls from others claiming to have received their own bricks. One caller, Laura, shares her struggles with visions and the unsettling feeling that the brick is trying to communicate important messages.

The podcaster begins to chart locations reported by individuals who have encountered the bricks, piecing together a network of experiences. She hears a cautionary tale from a man whose grandfather faced similar visions and the ensuing dangers.

While investigating, the podcaster uncovers an article from journalist Shiloh Lowden that details government research on similar phenomena. The parallels with the black bricks ignite her determination to delve deeper into the narrative's origins.

A package arrives, delivering a USB containing a video of the podcaster from her childhood. In a shocking twist, she sees herself mentioning a black brick as a birthday gift, causing her to panic and seek answers from her father about its significance.

The podcaster confronts Lang about the true nature of the bricks, questioning if he is toying with her. Their conversation takes a dark turn as strange occurrences lead to a chilling revelation about the bricks' influence on their lives.

After engaging with Paula, the daughter of Ms. King, the podcaster learns about the repercussions of her journalism on their family. Paula accuses her of ruining lives over the past events involving the brick and the subsequent fallout.

In a climactic final scene, a dark twist emerges as the podcaster confronts a duplicate of herself formed from one of the black bricks. A struggle ensues, leading to a deadly confrontation that raises questions about identity, truth, and the power of the bricks.