a truly ORIGINAL movie

Rating: 10/10 (6 January 2002)

This movie is great. 10/10. Among my all time favorites.
At some points the acting does leave a little bit to be desired, but the feel from the movie is incredible.
As is human nature, this movie explores the inevitability of our own destruction by taking an extreme view of "just look what's right in front of you", "don't ask questions", "forget about the big picture" and numerous other similar quotes made by the characters.
This Canadian made film is a treasure, that is for sure.
Now, the seemingly complicated mathematics involved can be completely ignored if a viewer chooses.. however, for those who would like a movie to challenge their intellect than this one if a fun watch. I found myself watching particular parts over and over again trying to figure it out. Finally resorting to emailing the actors and even math advisor.
Now the mathematics were mangled and lost somewhat in production, but the spirit and meaning was there. The solutions and even terminology used in the movie don't exactly jive but is fun nonetheless.
If you find yourself at the video store toughing out what might be your next pick, you will NOT be disappointed by cube.
I can't remember exactly, but this movie was made on a very small budget (around $20k CDN?) and it does not show at all. It is dark, gloomy, and evidently entirely filmed on the same single set.. but it is still gripping from beginning to end.