When a group of biologists discovers a vast, unexplored network of caves in Romania, they believe it could be an undisturbed ecosystem home to a new species. To explore these depths, they enlist a team of the world’s best underwater cave divers. However, an unexpected rockslide traps them inside, and they soon find themselves prey to a new kind of predator, setting off a desperate fight for survival in the claustrophobic depths, where they uncover secrets far more dangerous and ancient than they could have ever imagined.
Length: 1h 37m
Genre: Action, Adventure, Horror, Thriller
This Title is: A gripping tale of survival and discovery, blending action with the terrifying aspects of horror.
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Cast
- Cole Hauser as Jack McAllister
- Eddie Cibrian as Tyler McAllister
- Morris Chestnut as Top Buchanan
- Lena Headey as Dr. Kathryn Jennings
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13
Intense creature-related action and terror, some language, and brief partial nudity.
Trivia
- The creatures in the cave were portrayed by Brian Steele.
- The film’s premise centers on a unique, undiscovered ecosystem in a cave system in Romania.
- Despite its impressive sets, the film received criticism for its cliches and lack of character development.
Our Review
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The Cave, with its intriguing premise of uncharted ecosystems and dark, predatory creatures lurking in the depths, promised much but ultimately delivered an experience marred by cliches and a lack of character depth. Despite the effort put into the film’s visual and atmospheric elements, the storytelling and character development didn’t rise to the occasion, leaving audiences with a movie that felt more like a missed opportunity than a memorable adventure. The action sequences and creature effects do offer some thrills, but they are not enough to fully engage the viewer or elevate the film beyond its limitations.
Critic Scores
The Cave (2005) has received a mixed review by the critics
