„I Found That Very Insulting, So I Put It Into the Movie.” Nicolas Cage Relives the Experience That Makes Him Angry In This Horror Film

As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for movies, I can truly appreciate the artistry of Nicolas Cage. His ability to delve deep into his own experiences to bring authenticity to his performances is nothing short of remarkable.


Nicolas Cage needs no introduction to anyone. The actor enjoys recognition, and viewers like to watch him on screens. In turn, he strives to make his performances evoke emotions, and it must be said that in this field he is successful, as his creations are discussed very often.

Interestingly enough, the performer frequently draws upon personal experiences to aid him on stage, as he shared during an interview with Marilyn Manson for Interview Magazine.

Is it about drawing from personal life experiences? Can I pull from my emotional history or recollections to deliver a performance that feels genuine?

Back in 2017, I found myself immersed in the chilling comedy horror flick, “Mom and Dad.” Interestingly, some memories from my own kindergarten days crept into the making of this movie. Specifically, there were certain incidents that echo in my mind even now, leaving me with a lingering sense of frustration.

In a delightful twist, the film “Mom and Dad” served as a dark comedy, offering a chance for me to reminisce about my exasperation with the vexing Hokey Pokey tune during the scene where I’m destroying the pool table with a sledgehammer while belting it out. That was the song in kindergarten that teachers used to gauge coordination, which I found deeply offensive. So, I incorporated that frustration into the movie, delving as far back as kindergarten to unearth that simmering anger.

It appears that the anger within Cage is not due to his own past as an uncoordinated child, but rather, stems from concern for his friends who might have been placed in a similar category. During an interview with Newsweek, he admitted that this sensitivity arises from empathy towards their circumstances, which makes him emotionally affected whenever he thinks about the song’s relevance to them.

However, you have to admit that it has served him well in adulthood, as it allowed him to bring out one of his more realistic and terrifying performances.

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2024-08-06 19:31