The Surfer Interview: A Rat in Nicolas Cage's Pocket Inspired One the Movie's Best Lines
16The Surfer is the latest feature from Irish director Lorcan Finnegan, who continues to display his knack for psychologically layered and visually stunning films after Vivarium and Nocebo. To celebrate the film's release, Finnegan joined Collider's Perri Nemiroff for an in-depth conversation about the making of this Australian thriller.
The Surfer follows a man, played by Nicolas Cage, who returns to his childhood beach, only to find himself locked in a tense standoff with the local surf community. In addition to Cage, the cast includes Julian McMahon as Cage's nemesis, Nicholas Cassim, and Finn Little. In the movie, Finnegan blends dreamlike surrealism and tension to frame the descent into paranoia, bringing a striking visual language to the film.
During the Q&A hosted by Nemiroff, Finnegan discusses the creative process that brought The Surfer to the silver screen. The director also shares insight into working with Cage, the film’s inspirations and influences, and more. But before that, Cage surprises the audience with a pre-screening chat, where he shares his experience working with Finnegan on "bringing the chaos" and the humor to this fever dream film.
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