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Face/Off
1997 139 min United States of America R 18+
★8.1
Action, Crime, Science Fiction
Director: John Woo
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Description
In order to foil a terrorist plot, an FBI agent undergoes facial transplant surgery and assumes the identity of a criminal mastermind. The plan turns sour when the criminal wakes up prematurely and seeks revenge.
Budget:
$80M
US Gross:
$112.28M
Worldwide:
$245.7M
Starring
John Travolta
Actor
Nicolas Cage
Actor
Joan Allen
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Director
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Screenplay
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best On-Screen Duo
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Screenplay
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best Picture
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Actor
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Young Performer
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Supporting Actress
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Original Score
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Action, Adventure or Thriller
Saturn Awards 1998
— Best Makeup and Hairstyling
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best On-Screen Duo
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best Action Scene
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best Actor
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best Villain
Key opinion
Face/Off is widely regarded as a quintessential 90s action masterpiece, celebrated for its kinetic energy and unique central premise. While some viewers criticize the plot for its narrative contrivances and lack of realism, the consensus praises the charismatic performances and John Woo's signature stylized direction.
| Acting | The lead actors masterfully tackle the complex, high-concept requirement of portraying each other's characters. | |
| Direction | John Woo's direction elevates the film with his signature kinetic, balletic approach to intense shootouts and choreography. | |
| Pacing | The film succeeds as a high-octane, relentlessly paced action spectacle that keeps viewers engaged throughout. | |
| Screenplay | The premise is seen as a brilliant, high-concept hook by some, while others find the narrative details and logical leaps increasingly contrived. |