The Weather Man

Name: The Weather Man
Director: Gore Verbinski
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2005-01-01
Duration: 101 min
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Nicolas Cage, Michael Caine, Hope Davis, Gemmenne de la Peña, Nicholas Hoult

2005Dir. Gore Verbinski1h 41m

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Runtime1h 41m

Released2005

Budget$20M

Box office$12.5M

DirectorGore Verbinski

About This Movie

The Weather Man offers a unique blend of humor and melancholy, showcasing Nicolas Cage's performance as a man grappling with his life choices. The atmosphere is a bit bleak, yet there's this subtle warmth that runs through his interactions, especially with his kids. Gore Verbinski captures that odd Chicago vibe, and the pacing sometimes feels off-kilter, but that’s part of its charm. The film explores heavy themes like failure and the quest for validation in a very relatable way. Notably, the practical effects—like the food thrown at Cage—add a fresh layer to scenes that could otherwise feel ordinary. It’s a thoughtful character study, wrapped in a story that’s both intimate and expansive.

Intriguing character explorationNicolas Cage's layered performanceSubtle blend of humor and drama