

The Big Cube
A young woman and her drug addict boyfriend plot to drive the woman's stepmother insane with LSD in a plot to secure an inheritance.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Susan Morton, is terrified by the idea of aging and death, leading her to experiment with an experimental drug designed to halt the aging process. However, the drug has horrific side effects, causing her to undergo disturbing physical and psychological transformations. As her grip on reality loosens, she begins to suspect that her fiancé and his associates may have sinister motives behind the drug's development.
Critical Reception
The Big Cube is a cult favorite among fans of 1960s horror and sci-fi, often praised for its unique premise and unsettling atmosphere, despite its sometimes campy execution and dated special effects. Critics at the time were divided, with some appreciating its psychological horror elements while others found its plot convoluted and its effects unconvincing.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intriguing, albeit bizarre, premise exploring the fear of aging and death.
- Noted for its unsettling psychological horror and a creepy, dreamlike atmosphere.
- Criticized for its occasionally over-the-top acting and special effects that haven't aged gracefully.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely niche, with many appreciating its cult status and unique 60s horror vibe, while some find it dated and peculiar.
Fun Fact
The film's distinctive psychedelic score was composed by composer/conductor Peter Bernstein, who also orchestrated and arranged the music for 'The Twilight Zone' and 'Star Trek: The Original Series'.
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