The Carpenter's Son features one of the most unique performances in Nicolas Cage's entire filmography. Nic Cage has long defined himself as an actor in the public consciousness as a performer willing to go big in every sense of the word, with films like The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent and Adaptation using that to their advantage.

That's partly what makes The Carpenter's Son such a unique entry in the actor's filmography. Nic Cage largely underplays the titular Carpenter, a clear reimagining of the Biblical Joseph. It's a surprisingly subtle performance from an actor who is more famous for his broader performances, making it a rarity in Cage's later films .

Nic Cage Gives A Surprisingly Subtle Performance In The Carpenter's Son

Nicola Cage frightened while looking up

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