Nicolas Cage is an actor who has had a long and varied career. He won an Oscar for his role in "Leaving Las Vegas" but has faced financial difficulties and other challenges in recent years. In 2022, Cage confirmed that he had finally finished paying his debts and intended to be more selective with his film roles in the future. Cage has also expressed frustration with the commercial constraints that were imposed on his performances, which he says was the main reason he abandoned Hollywood. Despite these challenges, Cage remains active in the film industry and has several upcoming projects.