Tom Cruise Baffles in Divisive Comedy
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Tom Cruise's new film "Digger," directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, has premiered to mixed reactions from critics, described as both "baffling" and "fascinating," with consensus that it defies expectations.
- Critics praised Cruise's dynamic performance and the film's ambitious production design, though some found the narrative imbalanced and the satire underdeveloped, leading to polarized opinions on its overall impact.
- "Digger" marks Cruise's return to adult-oriented drama after over a decade focused on action roles, featuring a heavy makeup transformation that was notably reduced from six hours to one through Cruise's persistence.
- The film centers on Cruise's character, a tycoon trying to prevent an environmental disaster caused by a malfunctioning oil rig, supported by a strong cast including Riz Ahmed and John Goodman.
- Set for release on October 1 by Warner Bros., "Digger" is expected to challenge mainstream audiences but may attract attention from the Academy for its artistic ambition and performances.
