My review of this film is going to hurt someones feelings, so I will make it brief.
I love Nic Cage. He has brought some memorable characters to the screen with a lot of flair and style. But, with that said this movie was a cliché from the very start. It sort of reminded me of Match Stick Men and the movie Bruce Willis,"Hostage". Pretty much the same story line and ultimate climax.
Kidman was really never one of my favorites. She always looks like she's about to jump out of her skin, but never does. Overall, predictable acting.
Maybe Nic needed the money to pay off his debts to the IRS, I don't know, but please, find a better script. I would like him to do something more believable. Sorry Nic.