Tom Cruise Stars in Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Satirical Film Digger
· Entertainment · Indian Express, Telegraph India
Tom Cruise plays a greedy, ageing businessman in Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s latest film, Digger, which has now released in Indian theatres. The movie serves as a dark comedy and satire, depicting a caricaturish view of the wealthy and powerful through a narrative that questions the nature of truth and politics. Cruise’s performance features heavy prosthetics and portrays a character whose primary attachment is to a cat. The film explores themes of corporate avarice and political cowardice, though it has drawn criticism for its lack of new commentary on these subjects. The story is co-written by Iñárritu, who previously directed Birdman.
Why it matters
The film represents a significant shift in Tom Cruise's career, showcasing a departure from his typical action-hero roles into a character-driven, satirical performance.
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