It’s not exactly a new observation to point out that Nicolas Cage has some wild performances under his belt. His more outlandish roles range from clunky to shocking, largely depending on the context and the way his directors handle him. At Cage’s worst, watching him devour every line and spit it back out makes you want to sink into your couch to hide from the awkwardness. But when he and his co-creators are on the same page, things can get interesting.
