Nicolas Cage Shines in Surreal Sci-Fi Film 'Dream Scenario'

In the dark comedy film "Dream Scenario," Nicolas Cage plays a mild-mannered professor who unexpectedly starts appearing in people's dreams, leading to a newfound celebrity status that both perplexes and terrifies him. As the dreams turn into nightmares, the film explores the downside of notoriety and our willingness to sacrifice safety for fame. Directed by Kristoffer Borgli, the movie is often funny and surreal, although the third act feels overloaded and indecisive. Cage's performance showcases his considerable acting range, while supporting actors like Michael Cera and Tim Meadows ground the film's cringe comedy. Ultimately, "Dream Scenario" delves into the fickleness of a mass audience that can swiftly shift from adulation to condemnation, even when the protagonist hasn't done anything at all.