"Cage-philes will be delighted to learn that he turns in a classic performance with this new installment -- largely due to the fact that, unlike many other directors, Neveldine and Taylor understand how to work with him. It's clear that they simply channeled Cage's energy into key scenes -- the intensity (and inherent quirkiness) shines. There's a particular scene where Johnny Blaze shoves a villain against a wall, and -- during interrogation -- attempts to "shake off" the impending transformation into his Ghost Rider alter-ego. That -- combined with a trippy spin on his motorcycle as he undergoes the metamorphosis -- is, without a doubt, a top five Nic Cage moment. "Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance" is Cage deliciously unbridled -- just the way we love him."
There's a lot to like in "Spirit of Vengeance," especially Cage's performance
Yes! the scene they mention and the one immediately following may be my favourite bts of the film! it is just awesome on every level, Nic's acting, which transends everything and everyone else in that scene, that line that will become a classic Cage quote of the future I'm sure, the transformation (i think i can say that without giving spoilers) the effects...
and i am happy to be called a Cage-phile aren't you?