Aug. 31, 2021|United States | Japan|103 Min.|n/A
Genre: Action;Horror;Thriller
Description: A notorious criminal must break an evil curse to rescue a missing abducted girl. Set in the dangerous frontier city of Samurai Town, a ruthless bank robber is released from jail by a wealthy warlord whose adopted granddaughter has vanished. The warlord offers the prisoner his freedom in exchange for finding the runaway. Strapped into a leather suit that will self-destruct in five days, the bandit embarks on a quest to locate the young woman and seek his own redemption.
This marks the first film directed by Sion Sono predominantly in English and the first movie starring Nicolas Cage with a primarily Japanese crew. Despite its wild and chaotic nature, “Prisoners of the Ghostland” showcases a shared vision between Sono and Cage. The film blends cross-cultural elements and eccentric ideas, reflecting the enthusiasm of these two bold artists collaborating for the first time. While the plot may sometimes feel overstretched, the movie’s underlying theme about breaking free from one’s past and finding strength through new connections remains compelling. Notable moments include Cage’s unhinged performances, such as a skyward scream that turns the word “testicle” into an aria.
Cast director: Sion Sono
Cast actor: Nicolas Cage, Sofia Boutella, Bill Moseley, Nick Cassavetes, TAK∴, Yuzuka Nakaya, YOUNG DAIS, Lorena Kotô, Canon Nawata, Charles Glover
Original name: Prisoners of the Ghostland