Cables
Cables

Cables

1992Movie90 minHebrew

A comedy about changes in the life of Israeli family after they get a cable TV with a lot of channels.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a secluded town, a series of mysterious power outages plunge the community into darkness and fear. As the disruptions escalate, a local journalist uncovers a sinister conspiracy linking the outages to a powerful corporation's hidden agenda. The townspeople must band together to expose the truth before they are silenced forever.

Critical Reception

Cables received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing premise but criticized its predictable plot twists and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements while others found it lacking in originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense mood and captivating setup.
  • Criticized for its conventional narrative and shallow characterizations.
  • A serviceable thriller that doesn't quite live up to its potential.

Google audience: Google users generally found Cables to be an okay thriller with some engaging moments, but many felt it relied too heavily on clichés and failed to deliver a truly original story. The pacing was sometimes an issue for viewers, though the performances were often seen as a redeeming quality.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, unsettling sound design used to signify the power failures was created by layering recordings of malfunctioning electronics and animalistic growls.

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