Cube
1997
Sci-fi, Suspense/Thriller
1h 30m
Six people wake up from their daily lives and find they are imprisoned in a deadly maze. Slowly they discover that each holds a key to unlocking this diabolical puzzle. But as a mathematical formula for escape begins to reveal itself, the enemy rises from within themselves and survival is threatened by the same human weaknesses that created the Cube. (Trimark Pictures)
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Cube
1997
Sci-fi, Suspense/Thriller
1h 30m
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Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
95th
The 4th best thing to come out of Canada since maple syrup...and two other things I cannot recall at the moment.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 01 Feb 2020
68
55th
They really missed an opportunity by not putting Ice-T on the soundtrack. Because of his song "Hit the Deck." What?
Rated 01 Feb 2020
Rated 15 Dec 2008
79
81st
The story of the Nintendo Gamecube and it's rise and fall.
Rated 15 Dec 2008
Rated 14 Aug 2007
45
4th
Interesting set-up, but terrible acting and writing. Characters are either stupid, unlikeable, or both.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 25 Sep 2010
52
27th
The premise is great, and the cube looks pretty good. The acting and writing, on the other hand, are both pretty bad.
Rated 25 Sep 2010
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
80th
An expertly crafted sociological commentary with a sci-fi twist. The Cube series has been highly entertaining. While not cinematic masterpieces, they are definitely conversation pieces worth multiple views.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
72
55th
Good Canadian horror flick. Not amazing but it's got an interesting concept.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 17 May 2008
85
89th
before "Saw" this kind of idea was considered nearly insane, i dont know how this movie pulled it off with this kind of budget, but it surely did, it is one of the greatest cross-horror genre movies to come out since "The Thing," even with some seriously stilted dialog and less the spectacular performances.
Rated 17 May 2008
Rated 01 Jun 2008
67
20th
I didn't overly enjoy it. It was recommended by a friend... The only thing this plot has going for it is the horror, suspense and logic. There are no outside elements, it is as if the whole movie takes place in one room. If you think you can love a movie based only on logic, this might be a good choice for you.
Rated 01 Jun 2008
Rated 28 Sep 2008
60
50th
Fantastic concept, weak acting.
Rated 28 Sep 2008
Rated 02 Jan 2009
81
73rd
Intelligent plot, it was really exciting then. Didn't know it had a predecessor, The Cube from 1969.
Rated 02 Jan 2009
Rated 26 Feb 2009
5
20th
Say 'cube' again. Say 'cube' again, I dare you, I double dare you motherfucker, say 'cube' one more Goddamn time !!! So it's got a nice concept...together with some terrible if not nerve-wracking acting, an eye rolling script and an abundance of corny lines ("let him go you nazi ! wtf ?!). Seriously guys, maybe those things didn't cloud your judgment, but it's bad. The whole film is like a wet dream for nerds: "yey, prime numbers, we're saved"...
Rated 26 Feb 2009
Rated 13 Aug 2011
90
95th
The puzzles, traps and logic needed to escape make it a good film, but the character dynamics and how their minds hold up (?or not) under the stress make it a great film
Rated 13 Aug 2011
Rated 14 Jan 2007
77
51st
Terribly acted minimalist film with a plot that, while simple, somehow offers enough to make up for its flaws. It's just such a great concept and the budget is used effectively to make the film feel bigger than it is.
Rated 14 Jan 2007
Rated 26 Mar 2007
71
54th
The original Cube was a freakin' delight to watch. Such a cool premise. Really kept me on the edge of my seat.
Rated 26 Mar 2007
Rated 01 Apr 2007
70
55th
Ingenious way to shoot an entire movie on one set, but it's kinda heavy-handed sometimes
Rated 01 Apr 2007
Rated 08 Jul 2007
80
43rd
Solid, clever horror.
Rated 08 Jul 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
83rd
One of the few suspense movies that's actually made me feel nervous and disturbed even after the movie was long over.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
81st
Death scenes in which Saw only wishes it could have emulated.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
10
4th
I hate sci-fi movies in which whatever trace of inventiveness and imagination is 'justified' through drab social and psychological metaphor. Cube is really just exploitation on every possible level, so its attempts to moralize are hypocritical if not pathetic.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
20th
One of the coolest concepts for a movie I've ever heard, but turns into a brainless slasher movie by the end. I hope it's remade someday
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
83
40th
I saw this at Sundance and thought it was great for an indie flick - good story, unique setting and good delivery.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 10 Nov 2007
88
89th
Low-budget and under par acting. Still a marvelously original movie.
Rated 10 Nov 2007
Rated 13 Jan 2008
86
80th
One of the most original chilling horror movies of modern time, the isolation and hopeless 'we're gonna die'-feeling is truly at its best here
Rated 13 Jan 2008
Rated 26 May 2008
96
95th
Few movies had me clinging to the edge of my seat like this surreal horror thriller. A number of people wake up in a cube, connected on all 6 sides to other cubes, without any idea how they got there, or how to get out. The rooms have different colours, and some of them traps. Each character plays a different role in the group, and the tensions between the characters can almost be felt, as they know they're running out of time to escape before they die of thirst and starvation.
Rated 26 May 2008
Rated 15 Nov 2008
80
96th
After watching recently, I couldn't believe I had never heard of it - beats Saw I-V hands down.
Rated 15 Nov 2008
Rated 19 Apr 2009
90
98th
Fantastic idea for a film. Sure the acting isn't amazing, but the originality of the whole thing more than makes up for it. I love watching a film that is totally unlike anything I've seen before or am likely to see again. It's remarkable that they pulled this off using only a single room to shoot the whole thing.
Rated 19 Apr 2009
Rated 05 May 2009
43
33rd
Interesting, but ultimately is an evil attempt to define man's attempts at salvation as nearly impossible, symbolically speaking.
Rated 05 May 2009
Rated 29 Jun 2009
65
40th
It's fun, if silly with some pretty bad acting and some awful lines.
Rated 29 Jun 2009
Rated 25 Jan 2010
80
44th
Totally fascinating, totally unique. Hurt by amateurish acting, but still a fun watch.
Rated 25 Jan 2010
Rated 27 Mar 2011
70
77th
I liked Cube. It had its problems, sure, but they didn't end up being that important when looking at the final product. Yes, the acting could have been much better, and having different types of environments would have been more visually appealing, but there's something to be said about the minimalistic approach that the filmmakers took in making a film that still ends up being as thrilling and intense as Cube is. I suggest giving a shot if you haven't already.
Rated 27 Mar 2011
Rated 12 Jul 2012
66
46th
Whereas too many low-budget sci-fi films (Cube came in for $350,000) try for epic scope and fail, this concentrates on making the best of what it's got by ensuring that the main set is worthy of a feature and that the gruesome effects are striking and original enough to give bite to the suspense.
Rated 12 Jul 2012
Rated 28 Oct 2012
70
65th
'Cube' has dated poorly, but still remains an above par sci-fi indie.What I enjoy the most is how the writers get that good sci-fi is not about explosions and fast changing alien scenery, it's essentially about philosophy; about who we are as a race, when faced with obstacles that challenges the mental fabric of who we are. Natali and Bijelic both get that it's essentially about the people. Sadly, what they don't really get is people.
Rated 28 Oct 2012
Rated 12 May 2013
65
46th
Although I feel like the director wanted to do a little too much (suspense, sci-fi, character development, horror, mystery) in a 90-minute long low-budget movie, he managed to keep all these aspects very watchable, while delivering a very entertaining and intriguing small-cast sci-fi flick with very little downtime. There's a few moments of genuine suspense I especially liked about this movie.
Rated 12 May 2013
Rated 24 Jan 2020
4
10th
A good idea with a rendering that is wholly unsatisfying. Bad acting of cliche, unbelievable characters and every part of it is corny--the script is so unnatural and the arguments between characters are so painfully, painfully contrived. Shoots the shaggy dog and then gives none of the context you bore this crap for. Under no circumstances should you waste your time on this. Well, on to the sequel!
Rated 24 Jan 2020
Rated 11 Dec 2006
86
63rd
nightmares... not that great of a movie, but the premice was fucking terrifyling.
Rated 11 Dec 2006
Rated 23 Dec 2006
70
18th
Original and interesting sci-fi. Low budget charm.
Rated 23 Dec 2006
Rated 06 Jan 2007
78
46th
A decent enough movie, but it relied on some ridiculous stereotypes and cloche's to limp through it's lackluster ending
Rated 06 Jan 2007
Rated 20 Mar 2007
70
61st
Nice little experimental flick. I liked how the same set was used over and over again, but it seems somehow different each time you see it. Some gaping holes in the characterization though: a few characters' motives change almost on a whim, which is supposed to seem spontaneous, but really it just feels like the writers ran out of ideas. Still, for the budget, Cube's great.
Rated 20 Mar 2007
Rated 25 Apr 2007
80
61st
Like a clever, nasty little sci-fi short-story that's been brought to film. Great concept and execution on what appears to be a pretty meager budget.
Rated 25 Apr 2007
Rated 17 May 2007
75
72nd
It's stupid and sickening, yet it's ridiculously creative for a horror movie. With some ridiculously hilarious lines, too.
Rated 17 May 2007
Rated 14 Jun 2007
55
18th
Creative violence!
Rated 14 Jun 2007
Rated 05 Jul 2007
79
29th
Sci-fi/horror/thriller that's a little silly if you think too hard about it, but is refreshingly creative and fairly intelligent.
Rated 05 Jul 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
89
85th
One of those movies that you just cant stop watching even you think it's a waste of time.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
63rd
A clever and original premise makes up for the weak acting and the fact that whole film is shot in one small room. Avoid the sequels.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
90th
Very cool idea - well executed. Hated Nicky Guadagni
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
19th
It's a unique and interesting approach to a sci-fi horror movie. I applaud the creativity and originality on the part of the filmmakers in that this was clearly a low-budget production. The acting isn't the best, the pacing is a little off, and there are definitely some cheesy moments, but overall I think this is a nice little horror gem.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
68th
solid psychological thriller. surprising and intriguing premise, acting may not be all that great but it's the story behind it that matters.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
83
61st
A very simple small film. The story is awfully predictable, but very elegantly done, considering the whole thing was filmed in a cube with sides of four meters or so. Claustrophobic and scary. I liked it a lot.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
19
8th
What could have been an interesting experiment in psychological reaction turned into a repulsive bore due to the filmmaker's desire to make everyone incredibly unlikeable. I don't see any redeeming qualities to it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
75
49th
Absolutely brilliant right up to the end. The finale is arguably the most painfully overt religious tripe I've ever seen in sci-fi.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
35
13th
Poor.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
74
41st
What a nice piece of minimalistic work! And a bit of math, which doesn't necessarily mean a harm. A simple idea inside, but a good one.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
75
65th
When i saw it the first time I wasn't convinced, but seeing it again has convinced me that, despite the rocky beginning and occasional borrowing from every film left and right this is a pretty excellent horror film. The characters are really well portrayed with actual character development you don't see in most horror flicks, and it gets tenser and tenser, more and more exciting towards the end. Some pretty good twists and a fantastic ending makes this a must-see for a horror fan.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 14 Aug 2007
83
57th
Easily the most successful, suspsenseful "funhouse" horror ever. There aren't any goblins, the only demons are the six victims, and I like that a lot.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
Rated 15 Sep 2007
70
63rd
Full of holes, but interesting and well shot.
Rated 15 Sep 2007
Rated 17 Sep 2007
15
0th
Is an explantion to much effort to be included?
Rated 17 Sep 2007
Rated 12 Oct 2007
65
26th
Cool concept and well done for its budget (only one set piece was used).
Rated 12 Oct 2007
Rated 14 Nov 2007
85
59th
Weird, but keeps you interested through the whole thing.
Rated 14 Nov 2007
Rated 30 Dec 2007
61
31st
Great special effects, and the idea is great, but I'd probably not watch it again.
Rated 30 Dec 2007
Rated 26 Jan 2008
88
96th
One of the greatest sci-fi/horror blends ever made. Does a superb job of trickling out the mystery and has a great cast of characters. This is a unique beast that you should definitely watch (but don't look at the trailer).
Rated 26 Jan 2008
Rated 06 Feb 2008
85
55th
Excellent example of what you need to film a perfect and original movie without wasting too much money. A few strangers confront to the unknow, nicely reminiscence of Twilight Zone.
Rated 06 Feb 2008
Rated 11 Feb 2008
72
32nd
for a low-budget sci-fi, this film delivers beyond all expectations. But it still is a bit cheesey and comes across as a bit of a gimmick. Try Primer instead, for a low-budget sci-fi that is brilliant.
Rated 11 Feb 2008
Rated 27 Feb 2008
63
70th
ger; eine gruppe wacht in einem würfel auf, an dem weitere würfel angrenzen die mit fallen gespickt sind
Rated 27 Feb 2008
Rated 01 Apr 2008
45
24th
Amazing concept, and indeed a suspenseful thriller though again, needing of more "meat" to the story.
Rated 01 Apr 2008
Rated 02 Apr 2008
82
77th
Edge of your seat thriller.
Rated 02 Apr 2008
Rated 05 Apr 2008
80
58th
Unpredictable, sometimes quite cliché though.
Rated 05 Apr 2008
Rated 19 Jul 2008
74
49th
A fantastic concept, far too ballsy to be attempted by anyone else but a bunch of indie filmmakers. Not without its flaws, hokey acting certainly isn't least of which, but who would've thought a single ten feet by ten feet set could make for such a sinister and complex environment? Gory, but not gratuitously so. What appears on the surface to be a sci-fi flick is revealed to be a pseudo-philosophical study of human nature which is engaging from beginning to end.
Rated 19 Jul 2008
Rated 26 Jul 2008
85
80th
This is a smart, suspenseful movie that maintains a sense of dread throughout the entire thing. It also doesn't reveal much about the Cube so it maintains its enigma like status.
Rated 26 Jul 2008
Rated 11 Aug 2008
80
12th
i know i've seen it but i don't remember it....
Rated 11 Aug 2008
Rated 15 Oct 2008
80
72nd
Oh yes, the cube is brilliant. It is, literally, a bloody mystery, Completely unique and terrifying in its own way. Great!
Rated 15 Oct 2008
Rated 09 Dec 2008
89
94th
To pull off a great movie confined almost completely in a tiny cubic room, there needs to be a great cast. At first glance it doesn't seem like this film's got it, but as you get to know the characters it's obvious that the filmmakers captured something intensely human in their unpredictable, paranoid interactions. This is lightyears above the sequels.
Rated 09 Dec 2008
Rated 15 Dec 2008
75
64th
Some pretty terrible acting from most involved, but the concept is very strong, the atmosphere is suitably claustrophobic, and the ending leaves the viewer wanting more.
Rated 15 Dec 2008
Rated 04 Jan 2009
90
37th
The best of the trilogy
Rated 04 Jan 2009
Rated 15 Jan 2009
74
45th
A pretty good sci-fi thriller, yes some mystery elements, it gets a bad rap for its ending... but for an indie movie, it's pretty damn good.
Rated 15 Jan 2009
Rated 23 Jan 2009
72
58th
NOTE: This score is largely about what the filmmaker did with -no- budget and repetitive locations. If you've ever tried to dress a desk to make it hold a compelling frame, you know this guy has talent.
Rated 23 Jan 2009
Rated 02 Feb 2009
90
76th
One of those perfect late night B-grade horror movies.
Rated 02 Feb 2009
Rated 15 Feb 2009
100
94th
This movie blew my mind. Totally original script.
Rated 15 Feb 2009
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