The Rewatchables 'Face/Off' Live With Bill Simmons, Shea Serrano, Chris Ryan, and Jason Concepcion
Oct 26, 2017
Join Bill Simmons, Shea Serrano, Chris Ryan, and Jason Concepcion in a lively discussion dissecting the 1997 action-sci-fi blockbuster 'Face/Off'. They explore the face-switching concept, analyze the iconic shootout scene, critique the CGI flaws, and unravel the absurdity in the movie. The hosts also compare Nicolas Cage's acting in 'Face/Off' to his other roles, engaging with the audience and planning future live events.
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Certain Jokes Age Badly
- Some film choices aged poorly, notably the father-daughter flirtation and ambiguous jokes about sexual assault.
- What played as edgy in 1997 reads uncomfortable to modern audiences and weakens rewatchability.
Actors Studied Each Other Ahead Of Filming
- Cage and Travolta reportedly spent two weeks studying each other's mannerisms before filming.
- That prep explains why their swapped-character performances land so clearly on screen.
Director Preserves The Film's Edge
- John Woo fought to keep the title's slash and resisted a more generic setting, preserving the film's unique identity.
- Studio instincts to sanitize concept can dilute a movie's personality and marketability.