Nicolas Cage has been one of Hollywood’s most recognizable actors since the early 1980s. From his iconic roles in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High”, “The Cotton Club”, and “Birdy” to his Golden Globe-nominated performances in “Moonstruck” and “Honeymoon in Vegas”, Cage has consistently brought unique energy and vigor to every role.
In the mid-1990s, Cage’s career went into hyperdrive with starring roles in action movies such as “The Rock,” “Con Air,” and the megahit franchise, “National Treasure”. He won an Academy Award for the film adaptation of Mike Figgis’ novel “Leaving Las Vegas” and earned millions for acting jobs throughout his decades-long career.
Unfortunately, Nicolas Cage eventually landed on hard times when his fortune dwindled due to major debt and IRS payments that totaled up to $7 million in property taxes. To get himself out of debt, he accepted almost any role he could find – which landed him in a string of high-profile flops that made people question his acting chops.
However, the public perception of Cage has changed over time. People have come to recognize him as a vastly underrated actor who fully immerses himself in any character he portrays. In recent years, Nicolas Cage has experienced something of a career resurgence as his debts have been paid off and he is set to star in an array of upcoming big-budget films.
If you want to learn more about this legendary Hollywood actor, then be sure to watch the intimate documentary on Nicolas Cage titled “Between Worlds” which premiered at Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. The film offers an intimate glimpse into the life and career of an actor who continues to surprise us with every performance – no matter how eccentric or outlandish it may be!
