Mindcage
Mindcage is a 2022 American mystery thriller film directed by Mauro Borrelli and starring Martin Lawrence, Melissa Roxburgh, John Malkovich, Robert Knepper, Jacob Grodnik and Aiden Turner. It was released through VOD and in select theatres on December 16, 2022.[2] The film marks Lawrence's first major non-comedic role.
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| Directed by | Mauro Borrelli |
| Screenplay by | Reggie Keyohara III |
| Story by | Mauro Borrelli |
| Produced by | Daniel Grodnik Mitchell Welch |
| Starring | Martin Lawrence Melissa Roxburgh John Malkovich Robert Knepper Jacob Grodnik Aiden Turner |
| Cinematography | E. Gustavo Petersen |
| Edited by | Franz Königswieser James Kondelik |
| Music by | Leo Z |
Production companies | Boomtown Media Partners Bondit Media Capital Head Gear Films Metrol Technology |
| Distributed by | Lionsgate |
Release date | December 16, 2022[1] |
Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Synopsis
When a copycat murderer strikes, Detectives Jake Doyle and Mary Kelly seek help from an incarcerated serial killer called "the Artist". As Mary delves deep into the Artist's brilliant but twisted psyche, she and Jake get lured into a diabolical game of cat and mouse, racing against time to stay one step ahead of both criminals.
Cast
- Martin Lawrence[3] as Jake Doyle
- Melissa Roxburgh[4] as Mary Kelly
- John Malkovich[5] as Arnaud Leferve aka 'The Artist'
- Robert Knepper as Sheriff Owings
- Neb Chupin as Dr. Loesch
- Jacob Grodnik as Dutch
- Chris Mullinax as Homeless Man
- Ritchie Montgomery as Father Linares
- Nellie Scuitto as Lt. Governor Diaz
- Aiden Turner as Dale
- Cassandra Gava as Voodoo Priestess
Production
Filming occurred in Springdale, Arkansas, and Fayetteville, Arkansas, in August 2021.[3][4][6][7]
That same month, it was announced that SAG-AFTRA had issued a "Do Not Work" notice to the filmmakers due to COVID-19 concerns.[8] The notice was rescinded on August 13, 2021.[5]
The film's first trailer was released on November 7, 2022.
Reception
The film has a 20% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on ten reviews.[9]
References
- "'Mindcage' Trailer: Martin Lawrence and Melissa Roxburgh Are on the Trail of a Copycat Killer". Collider. November 7, 2022.
- "Martin Lawrence Stars in the Thrilling Official Trailer for Mindcage Alongside John Malkovich". November 7, 2022.
- Fergeson, Garrett (August 2, 2021). "Hollywood film stars spotted in downtown Springdale filming movie". KNWA-TV. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
- Roberts, Adam (August 4, 2021). "Martin Lawrence filming thriller 'Mindcage' in Northwest Arkansas". KHBS. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
- Robb, David (August 13, 2021). "SAG-AFTRA Rescinds "Do Not Work" Notice For 'Mindcage' Pic Starring Martin Lawrence & John Malkovich – Update". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
- "Martin Lawrence filming in Northwest Arkansas". Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. August 6, 2021. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
- Jordan, Mary (August 8, 2021). "Arkansas filmmaking in spotlight". Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Retrieved February 15, 2022.
- Hunter, Natalie (August 12, 2021). "Martin Lawrence Movie Hit With Do Not Work Notice Over COVID Concerns". Screen Rant. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
- "Mindcage". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved January 29, 2023.
External links
- Mindcage at IMDb
- Mindcage at Metacritic
