Outcast

Synopsis

In the action-packed film Outcast, released in 2014, viewer follow the journey of a former Crusader,在这里. Driven by a deep sense of guilt and a quest for redemption, he becomes embroiled in a conflict far from the battlefields of his past. When the young prince of a Chinese kingdom is ostracized by his people, he seeks the protection of this experienced warrior, played by Nicolas Cage. Together, they must fend off mercenaries and overcome personal demons, as they travel through the treacherous landscapes of ancient China. With themes of loyalty, honor, and the complexities of past decisions, 'Outcast' takes audiences on a gripping journey where every moment testing courage and resolve. This film uniquely blends historical drama with action, illustrating the lengths one will go to for a chance at redemption and the bond forged in adversity.

Cast

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  Nicolas Cage

  Gallain

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  Hayden Christensen

  Jacob

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  Liu Yifei

  Lian

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  Andy On

  Shing

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  Anoja Dias Bolt

  Anika

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  Byron Lawson

  Captain Peng

Reviews

The reception for Outcast has been predominantly negative, with critics pointing out several flaws that hinder its potential. Rotten Tomatoes holds a markedly low approval rating of just 4%, indicating that the vast majority of critics did not find it favorable. 'The film doesn’t quite know what it wants to be,' noted a review from The Hollywood Reporter, which pointed out the disjointed storytelling that fails to captivate. IMDb users rated the movie at a meager 4.6/10, showing a similar sentiment among the general audience. Metacritic reflects this with a score of 33/100, based on mixed to negative reviews. A critique from The Guardian outlines, 'Cage seems to be in a different movie altogether, and the result is more disconcerting than entertaining.' Despite its shortcomings, some viewers appreciated the film's attempt at historical action, with one user stating, 'The action sequences are decent, but they don’t save the lackluster plot.' Overall, 'Outcast' seems to have struggled to impress both critics and audiences alike, leaving many feeling that it fell flat of expectations.