About Pig

Pig is a 2021 drama film directed by Michael Sarnoski and released by Neon. The film revolves around Robin Feld (played by Nicolas Cage), a former chef living in the Oregon wilderness, whose truffle-hunting pig is kidnapped, which forces him to return to his past in Portland and confront his shattered life.

Making / Production

The movie's screenplay is written by director Michael Sarnoski in his directorial debut, and Vanessa Block, who also serves as a producer. The film pushes the boundaries of what one anticipates from movies starring Nicolas Cage, presenting a moving portrait of love and loss.

Actors

• Nicolas Cage as Robin Feld: In a captivating and nuanced performance, Cage exposes the wounded heart of a man overwhelmed by the world around him.
• Alex Wolff as Amir: As Robin's truffle sales contact in the city, Wolff juggles his conflicting responsibilities with a sympathetic but self-serving approach.
• Adam Arkin as Darius: Arkin gives a quietly menacing performance as a celebrated restaurateur whose connection to Feld runs deep.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Nicolas Cage accepted to do the film, valuing the screenplay for its profound take on our culture's obsession with surface-level excellence.
• Filming took place in Portland, Oregon, showcasing its vibrant food culture and unique landscapes.
• The movie was selected for the Tribeca Film Festival 2021.

Quotes

• "We don't get a lot of things to really care about in this life."
• "Why do you care about these people? They don't care about you."
• "You live your life for them, and they don't even see you. You don't even see yourself."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film score is composed by Alexis Grapsas and Philip Klein, providing a hauntingly beautiful backdrop to the poignant story.
• Although the film doesn't feature a conventional soundtrack, it's peppered with an intriguing mix of ambient and atmospheric sounds that add depth to the narrative.