Cage is full of praise for both Wood and for the films directors, Alex and Benjamin Brewer.
Jerry is someone I grew up with, Cage reflects.
Hes somebody that was my first love in terms of film.
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I sawThe Nutty Professorwhen I think I was four years old.
He was a motivating force for me.
Jerry Lewis and Marlon Brando were my two big influences.
One day, though, Lewis became more than just an idol, calling Cage with an invitation.
Ive got a great show in Las Vegas.
Sammy Davis, Jr., he and I are going to do it, its going to be terrific.
Why dont you come out?
I took my brother with me and we watched the show.
It was absolutely on the point in every direction.
He really is a maestro, and Sammy Davis was great as well.
So, then, he had an after-party at his suite.
He came out in a kimono with tennis shoes and socks.
Youve got to understand, he was is my hero.
It was like meeting a cinema god.
I looked at him and I thought I was going to pass out.
I said, Well, you know, Jerry, its just you and Marlon Brando.
[Laughs]
Cage and Lewis stayed in touch after that initial meeting.
Then I sort of relocated to Nevada, says Cage.
Id love to construct a part where you and I can be on camera together.
And he said, Absolutely.
Which was like, Wow!
So, he did us the favor.
He played the part of my father in the movie.
The Trustis distributed by Saban Films and is available to watch now via DirecTV.
it’s possible for you to see a trailer for the film above.
