Gleaming the Cube

"Gleaming the Cube" is a high-energy, action-packed thriller that follows the story of Brian Kelly, a rebellious skateboarder who sets out to solve the murder of his adopted Vietnamese brother Vinh. When Vinh is found dead, the police rule it as a suicide, but Brian knows his brother would never take his own life. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers a web of corruption and illegal weapons trading involving his brother's employer and a ruthless businessman. With the help of his skateboarding friends and a tough-as-nails detective, Brian takes matters into his own hands and embarks on a dangerous quest for justice. The stakes are raised when he uncovers a shipment of weapons and finds himself in the crosshairs of the conspirators. The film features heart-stopping stunts, pulse-pounding action, and a gripping storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Christian Slater shines as Brian, delivering a breakout performance that solidified his status as a 80s icon. "Gleaming the Cube" is a must-see for fans of action movies and skateboarding culture. It's a throwback to the heyday of 80s cinema, when the colorful characters, radical stunts, and pumping soundtracks ruled the box office. So grab your skateboard and get ready to ride along with Brian Kelly on his quest for justice and revenge in this classic thrill ride.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Gleaming the Cube include Universal Soldier, The Crow, Cobra, Running Scared, Angel, Striking Distance.

Gleaming the Cube was released in theaters on January 13, 1989.