Since it's been released, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent has been surprising viewers and delighting Nicolas Cage fans. It has led to some pretty fantsatic online posts about it. In this movie that mixes action and comedy, Cage plays himself as the actor accepts an invitation of a fan (Pedro Pascal) to go to his birthday party.
From the brilliant aspect of the meta-commentary to references to a beloved cinematic bear, moviegoers have taken to Letterboxd to share their thoughts on the new film.
Hilarious Paddington 2 Connection
2018's best live-action movies according to IMDb, but it also has a pivotal spot in the new Nicolas Cage comedy. In The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Cage and Pedro Pascal watch the animation together amidst tears. To Letterboxd sapphicquinn, there should be a "feature-length version" of this wholesome and hilarious scene.
While the new movie brings attention to several cinematic references, the mention of Paddington is a lovely, relatable addition, and Cage and Pascal make it one of the funniest scenes in the film.
The No Way Home Of Cage Movies
While Nicolas Cage has had an eclectic career, not all of his projects have been successful. With the positive reviews of The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, however, the actor seems to have finally nailed the right tone at the right time.
Because of that, Spider-Man: No Way Home of the actor's filmography. This project only proves that sometimes in Hollywood, talents might take some time to be recognized fully, but in Cage's case, that has finally happened.
Best Comedy Of The Year So Far
Although Nicolas Cage is the main feature of the film, Tifanny Haddish and Pedro Pascal get to shine in hilarious situations. The meta nature of the project allows the comedy to flourish, and cinema fans haven't overlooked that.
A great post comes from Letterboxd tumbletoppel, who called the movie "the best comedy of the year so far," praising Cage and his co-stars. Besides the comedy aspect, the also mentions the "heartwarming" scenes, urging other viewers to check it out.
Relatable Nicolas Cage
One of the most refreshing aspects of The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent is the idea of approaching the story from a meta-perspective. That allows Cage to explore his multiple facets while making lighthearted jokes about his career.
In the review from Letterboxd battleupsaber, this concept is taken to the next level: the comments on other Letterboxd s finding Cage relatable by saying: "he is literally me." Given that Cage plays himself in the movie, that's an accurate, funny meta-review.
The Good Outweighs The Bad
As with any other piece of media, the new Cage film isn't perfect nor does it try to be. According to Letterboxd gc11, "despite its fair share of problems," the comedy is "one big gag" that celebrates the actor's career while making fun of him.
Cage's "magnificent" performance shows how comfortable he's with the idea, creating the playful atmosphere which is key to the project. The adds that "Nick Cage is back," and given the recent ratings, it's been a successful return.
Pedro Pascal's Best Work
The great movies like Kingsman 2, his performance in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent might be his best so far.
The Letterboxd nextbestpicture says Pascal delivers "his most entertaining work to date" side by side with Cage. The duo is the most refreshing aspect of the film, with their dynamic being crucial to craft the movie's atmosphere.
Cinema References
In one review, Letterboxd stk5 was pleasantly "surprised" with enjoying the movie as much as they did, even though they didn't find all aspects of the story "interesting." Like other reviews, the highlights the on-screen chemistry between Cage and Pascal, calling it "off the charts."
On top of that, the new movie also contains jokes involving films like Paddington 2 and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, which certainly makes the experience for cinema fans more enjoyable. The running jokes were appreciated by the , as they add charm to the project.
Genius Concept
In another review, Letterboxd rollatini says they already had high expectations, but The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent managed to "exceed" them. The points out how brilliant the concept is and how it's used in the movie written by Tom Gormican and Kevin Etten.
The meta-commentary is entangled with the self-awareness of the project, making it a delightful, hilarious cinematic experience. Because of that, the recommends watching it in the theater.
Cage Shows His Range
Although the movie is considered by some viewers to be a "wacky" experience, it isn't limited to that. Letterboxd annanomaly was "grateful" for the fact that the film makes the best out of its "bonkers" premise, using it to dive deeper into the protagonist's psyche. By doing this, it allows Nicolas Cage to show his range.
Given that the actor has had lows professionally, the movie works as an ode to Cage's "'90s heyday," highlighting the best he has to offer, not without losing the opportunity to approach the main idea with a humorous tone.
An Example Of Self-Love
In a few words, Letterboxd mistat describes the movie by saying: "I want someone to love me the way Nic Cage loves himself." After being away from the big screen and having his highs and lows, Cage returns to it in a project that seems to have been tailor-made for him. In many funny situations, he gets to explore his acting range and, as the review shows, be an example of self-love.
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent is a tribute to Nicolas Cage in his eccentric, hilarious form, and it's far from being an unbearable cinematic experience.
