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The Crystal Cube
1983·Movie
·30min·
The Crystal Cube fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder5
- Pathos4
Humor
Plenty of satire and absurdist humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Show business, pop culture, and the future
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Meta Narrative9
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Crystal Cube is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of satire and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumShow business, pop culture, and the future
Its world is built around show business, pop culture, and the future.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative9Stories about storytelling.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
The Crystal Cube was a mockumentary television pilot written by and starring Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie, broadcast on 7 July 1983 on BBC2 at 22:10. The pilot was one of Fry and Laurie's first television appearances and the first show they had written themselves. However, the BBC chose not to take it to a full series, and Fry and Laurie did not get a chance to make their own programme for the BBC until 1989, when they produced their first full series of the more conventional sketch show A Bit of Fry and Laurie, after a pilot in 1987.
Satirical MockumentaryBritish ComedySurreal HumorMeta-NarrativeSketch Comedy RootsPastiche & ParodyEarly Fry & LaurieExperimental TV
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Is The Crystal Cube worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Crystal Cube?
0 h 30 min
The Crystal Cube runs 0 h 30 min.
What language is The Crystal Cube in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.