A Mystery of the Cube (1998)

A Mystery of the Cube (1998) presents a complex narrative that can be bewildering without an understanding of the concept of "ki" from Eastern philosophy. Ki, according to this belief system, originates from various sources, including nature. Locations with a steady flow of ki can be identified through the study of the landscape, making them ideal for significant sites like graves or homes. The film is set against the backdrop of Korea's occupation by Japan from 1910 to the end of World War II, during which the Japanese colonizers attempted to eradicate Korean culture. They banned the Korean language and traditional attire and even tried to disrupt the flow of ki by driving iron spikes into the ground, as iron is believed to interfere with this energy. These spikes are occasionally discovered and removed from sacred sites to this day, highlighting the enduring belief in ki. Western audiences might also be puzzled by the term "cube" in the movie's title, as there is no literal cube in the film. Instead, the cube represents the six planes considered when searching for these significant locations.