'Absolute horror': Nicolas Cage's reaction to playing a version of himself

Actor Nicolas Cage (left) and wife Riko Shibata attend the special screening of 'The Unbearable Weight Of Massive Talent' at Regal Essex Crossing on April 10, 2022, in New York. Photo: AP

Nicolas Cage has transcended pop culture. The legendary actor has won an Oscar, starred in both blockbusters and indie titles, inspired Internet memes and stolen the Declaration of Independence.

Now, he's being honoured in the most Cage way possible, by starring as a version of himself, called Nick Cage, in the new Lionsgate movie The Unbearable Weight Of Massive Talent.