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Cage Lost Himself in "Face/Off" Prison Scene
25 Oct
Summary
- Nicolas Cage recalled losing his identity during a prison scene in Face/Off.
- Director John Woo advised Cage to maintain good posture during filming.
- A sequel to the 1997 film Face/Off was announced in 2021.
Nicolas Cage, aged 62, recently shared a candid recollection of his experience filming the 1997 thriller "Face/Off." During a panel at New York Comic Con on October 10, 2026, Cage confessed to a moment of profound disorientation while portraying Sean Archer undercover as terrorist Castor Troy in a prison scene.
He described the experience as losing himself, questioning his reality and safety within the prison setting. Cage noted that this level of character immersion, where he felt he "got lost," is something he has since gained control over through years of acting experience.
Furthermore, Cage recounted director John Woo's specific guidance during filming. Woo frequently reminded Cage to maintain upright posture, even when deeply engrossed in channeling his character's energy, saying, "Back straight. Keep your back straight."
The acclaimed actor also expressed his continued appreciation for the film, having revisited it in 2022 and finding it had "aged beautifully." "Face/Off," which features a plot about an FBI agent and a terrorist swapping faces, also starred John Travolta, Joan Allen, and Margaret Cho. A sequel to the film was officially announced in 2021.
