Mindcage

2022

1h 37m

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5.9/10

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Detectives Jake Doyle and Mary Kelly seek the help of an incarcerated serial killer named The Artist when a copycat killer strikes. While Mary searches for clues in The Artist's brilliant but twisted psyche, she and Jake are lured into a diabolical game of cat and mouse, racing against time to stay one step ahead of The Artist and his copycat.

Directors

Mauro Borrelli

Writers

Reggie Keyohara III(writer by)

Stars

Martin Lawrence

Melissa Roxburgh

John Malkovich

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Jake Doyle

Mary Kelly

The Artist

Dale

Dutch

Homeless Man

Father Linares

Detective Kayne

The Copycat

Voodoo Priestess

Confused Boy

Guard #1

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Dr. Loesch

The Artist's Mother

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Priest

Forensic Cop

Directors

Mauro Borrelli

Writers

Reggie Keyohara III(writer by)

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4/10

This film aspires to be a compelling psychological thriller but falls short in several areas. Martin Lawrence's portrayal of Detective Jake Doyle often feels exaggerated, lacking the subtlety needed for the role. In contrast, Melissa Roxburgh delivers a more grounded performance as Detective Mary Kelly, providing some stability to the film. John Malkovich, as the incarcerated serial killer "The Artist," brings his usual strong presence to the role. However, his limited screen time restricts the depth and impact of his character, leaving the audience wanting more from his performance. The production values are modest, with certain technical aspects detracting from the viewing experience. Notably, the sound design suffers from excessive reverb in specific scenes, which diminishes the film's overall quality and gives it an unpolished feel. There is no indication that this audio effect was an intentional artistic choice by the director. While Mindcage has moments that hint at potential, such as its atmospheric settings and a few intriguing plot twists, these elements are overshadowed by its execution flaws. The film struggles to engage the audience fully, resulting in a viewing experience that is ultimately unsatisfying.

RalphRahal17 Dec, 2024