‘Con Air’, ‘Contracara’ and more: super action classics with Nicolas Cage available on Disney+

Con Air (1997) – Dir. Simon West

• The Rock
• Air
• Counteract
• Snake eyes
• 60 seconds

Nicolas Cage He is one of Hollywood’s most versatile and prolific actors, known for his ability to transform any role into an unforgettable performance. His ability to immerse himself in complex characters and his unmistakable acting style have not only allowed him to earn critical acclaim and public affection, but also to leave an indelible mark on pop culture.

With a career spanning more than four decades and a hundred films, Cage He tried his hand at a wide range of genres, from intense dramas to quirky comedies, psychological thrillers and, of course, action films that have made him an icon of 90s and 2000s cinema.

Disney+ has in its catalogue some of the most popular feature films of his filmography, where the actor displays all his charisma, skill and intensity. Since Air a 60 secondspassing through The Rock y Counteracttoday in Damn Nerds We dive into the great action movies starring Nicolas Cage available on the platform.

The Rock (1996) – Dir. Michael Bay

Con The Rock We begin the journey of Nicolas Cage as an action movie star. It is a classic of the nineties genre directed by Michael Baywhich also features performances by Sean Connery y Ed Harris. In this explosive film, Cage plays Stanley Goodspeed, a chemical weapons expert who finds himself involved in a high-risk mission to stop a group of rebel soldiers who have taken over Alcatraz prison.

With dizzying action sequences, spectacularity and great chemistry between the protagonists, The Rock It is one of the films that defined the genre in its time and continues to be entertaining even decades after its release.

Nicolas Cage in Con Air – 1997 (Official trailer screenshot)

Close-ups of a Nicolas Cage long hair while the wind hits his face? Extremely cheesy phrases? Big explosions? Fights over a stuffed bunny? Air says yes to everything. Written by Scott Rosenbergproduced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Simon Westthis film brings together almost all the characteristics of a classic 90s action hit, plus a star-studded cast.

Here Cage plays Cameron Poe, a former Army Ranger who is wrongfully imprisoned and, upon release, gets caught up in an air mutiny led by a group of dangerous criminals. The film is known for its quirky characters, most of them played by well-known figures such as John Malkovich, Steve Buscemi, Danny Trejo y John Cusack. Cagein turn, offers a performance that, although a little overacted at times, fits perfectly with the exaggerated tone of the film. Air It is an adrenaline-filled ride that will not disappoint action movie fans.

Contracara – Face / Off (screenshot from the official trailer)

Contracara leads the race of Nicolas Cage within action cinema to a new level. In this film directed by John Woo and present in the catalogue of Disney+the actor shares the screen with John Travolta in an interpretive duel that is as intense as its premise.

Cage plays Castor Troy, a ruthless terrorist who swaps faces (literally) with Sean Archer, an FBI agent played by TravoltaThe film is an action-packed festival, with slow-motion shootout sequences “in the style Woo“and a plot that plays with identity and deception.

Counteract It is one of those films that, despite its implausible premise, continues to captivate us with its memorable scenes, good duels and spectacular nature.

Snake Eyes (1998) – Dir. Brian De Palma

In 1998 after collaborating with Bay, West y Woo, Nicolas Cage teams up with the director Brian De Palma (Scarface) to Snake eyesIn this action thriller, the actor plays Rick Santoro, a corrupt detective who gets caught up in a political conspiracy during a boxing match.

This feature film is an exercise in visual style, with From Palma using the moving camera to create an atmosphere of constant tension while Cage once again delivers a vibrant and energetic performance. Snake eyes plays with perspective and perception, taking the viewer on a journey full of unexpected twists and turns, with moments of tension and suspense abounding.

60 Seconds – Dir. Dominic Sena (screenshot from the official trailer)

Another of the proposals available in the catalogue of Disney+ es 60 seconds. In this film, Nicolas Cage plays Randall “Memphis” Raines, a legendary car thief who must come out of retirement to save his younger brother’s life. Directed by Dominic Senathis film works as a remake of the 1974 cult classic and focuses on a race against time to steal 50 cars in a single night.

In this exciting journey full of adrenaline and high-speed chases, Cage they accompany him Angelina Jolie, Giovanni Ribisi y Robert Duvall.