Alejandro González Iñárritu has released a new film titled "Digger," starring Tom Cruise as a billionaire described as unhinged, according to franceinfo. The French outlet reviewed the movie on Tuesday, calling it a brilliant disaster farce.
Cruise's character is portrayed as a misanthropic and obscene old man, according to Le Monde. The casting drew attention for placing Cruise, known for heroic action roles, in an unusual part. La République des Pyrénées quoted a reaction noting how strange it was to see him in such a role.
Reviews have been mixed in tone. Yahoo Life France compared the film unfavorably to "Dr. Strangelove," while CNews published its own verdict after a screening. franceinfo framed the movie as a catastrophe-themed comedy executed with skill.
The film marks a departure for Iñárritu, whose previous work includes "Birdman" and "The Revenant." No release date or box office figures were included in the reporting.
What to watch next: whether "Digger" expands to wider markets and how audiences respond to Cruise's comedic turn.
