Massive Talent

Ich würde vermuten, dass viele von uns den Film anhand der Zusammenfassung viel verrückter vorgestellt haben, als er letztendlich ist. Die Höhepunkte sind natürlich die Meta-Szenen, in denen entweder Nicolas' Filmografie und Memorabilien seiner Werke diskutiert werden oder in denen der gegenwärtige Cage mit seinem jüngeren Ich streitet. Dies ist eine wirklich geniale und gut umgesetzte Idee in einem ansonsten nicht gerade einfallsreichen Film. Letztendlich ist es eine sehr gute unterhaltsame Abwechslung, die praktisch niemanden beleidigen kann, aber nach all dem anfänglichen Lob, das diesen Film begleitete, waren meine Erwartungen etwas höher. (27.06.2022)

Ein angenehmer Streifen zum Entspannen mit ein paar guten Momenten und Anspielungen auf andere Filme. Man findet hier aber auch leere Momente und viele Klischees – einschließlich der abgedroschenen Klischees aus Hollywood-Familienfilmen. Nic Cage hat seine Rolle genossen (ist ja klar!), die Schauspielleistung von Pedro Pascal ist hier noch interessanter. (06.05.2022)

All in all, a pretty traditional action buddy comedy; I’m actually a bit surprised at how ordinary it is. Based on the title, the familiarity with Nicolas Cage's choice of roles over the last decade, and the fact that it was supposed to be an action film starring Nicolas Cage, one would have expected a different kind of romp. The movie does have a meta level, but what movie doesn’t these days? Seven out of ten. It was fun, but I probably won’t remember it. (09.06.2022)

Nick Fuckin’ Cage is back! The 90's star actor hasn't made anything decent in years, he's found himself in B horror films a bit, which suits him better than the C actioners made by Willis, Gibson and other former stars. But this is a very enjoyable film where Cage plays himself, makes fun of himself and alludes to the shit he's bee making over the years. The film itself is nothing special. The story is simple, the action is mediocre and the humor is fine at times, but not as much as the premise calls for. But the feel good vibes, the joy of making movies, all the movie references to Cage's works (they're top notch) and starring again after a long time in a movie that isn't cheap crap is the best part of it all. I enjoyed Cage's relationship with Pedro Pascal, who also has a very interesting role; both of them give decent performances and bring out the best in each other. I enjoyed the allusion to the Agent Nicolas Cage sketch, those who have seen it will understand and that's what the film builds on. I should probably catch up with Paddington 2 in the near future ! Anyone who likes Nicolas should pay attention to this. 7/10. (29.06.2022)

Or when your better half wants to watch a film because of a Facebook menu. Excellent meta silliness, finally a role tailor-made for Nicolas Cage and incredible fun on top of that. The genre progression from human drama to action comedy is quite unexpected, but it works – the film has a bit of everything. Pedro Pascal is excellent and, as Cage's number one fan, totally believable even in the most absurd situations. The line with the daughter hits the right nerve. Will the little one like The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari as much as I do? (02.04.2023)