Nicolas Cagehas made manygreatmovies. Last year he was seen in a variety of roles ranging fromtoxic Vampire boss inRenfieldto acrazy carjacker inSympathy for the Devilbut he served real nightmares inKristoffer Borgli’s dark comedyDream Scenario, which will soon be available on Max starting March 15.
Dream Scenariosees Cage as a mild-mannered biology professor, Paul Matthews. A devoted family man his life turns upside down when he starts appearing in dreams of millions of strangers, which shoots him to a new kind of stardom. However, when his nighttime appearances take a nightmarish turn, navigating his newfound stardom gets that much harder. The movie is said to be hilarious but also reflects Borgil’s continued exploration of themes of fame and how we view ourselves. Despite appearing in everyone’s dreams Paul isn’t doing much in reality, which is a reflection of his stagnant life. Borgil directs from his own script and creates an oddly hilarious world. The film holds a 91% fresh rating onRotten Tomatoes.
Nicolas Cage Considers ‘Dream Scenario’ a Masterpiece
Cage who has done a variety of roles in his illustrious career toldCollider in a previous interviewthat he “could put some of my life experience in terms of my emotions into Paul Matthews.” Which further elevates the character for the audience. He also explained that he has a penchant for movies that “aren’t afraid to tell a different kind of story. I said there are only five scripts in 45 years of doing this where I feel I have to, have to, have to make that movie, and those scripts areLeaving Las Vegas,Vampire’s Kiss,Adaptation,Bringing Out the Dead, andDream Scenario.” The actor who also bagged a BAFTA nomination for Best Actor for his performance, added, “I didn’t want to change a word.”
Certainly,Dream Scenariois one feature that keeps you on the edge of your seat with a gripping plot and magnificent performances. Cage is supported in the cast byJulianne Nicholsonas Paul’s wife Janet,Michael Ceraas Trent,Tim Meadowsas Brett,Dylan Gelulaas Molly,Dylan Bakeras Richard,Kate Berlantas Mary, andLily Birdas Sophie Matthews. Further rounding off the cast areJessica Clement,David Klein,Cara Volchoff,Noah Centineo,Nicholas Braun,Amber Midthunder, andLily Gao. The feature is produced byAri AsterandLars Knudsenunder their Square Peg banner, alongside Cage,Jacob Jaffke, andTyler Campellone.
Dream Scenariowill drop on Max, March 15. you’re able to read ourreview here.
Dream Scenario
Hapless family man Paul Matthews (Nicolas Cage) finds his life turned upside down when millions of strangers suddenly start seeing him in their dreams. But when his nighttime appearances take a nightmarish turn, Paul is forced to navigate his newfound stardom, in this wickedly entertaining comedy from writer-director Kristoffer Borgli (Sick of Myself) and producer Ari Aster. - A24
