The Answer Man - BLU-RAY

Arlen Faber (Daniels) is the reclusive author of InchMe and God,Inch a book that has redefined spirituality for an entire generation and has been translated into over 100 languages. On the eve of the 20th anniversary of his still wildly popular book, Arlen is still sought after as the man who has all the answers. Arlen's life collides with Elizabeth (Graham), a single mom raising her seven year-old son, and Kris (Taylor Pucci), a young man fresh out of rehab who is searching for meaning. Both Elizabeth and Kris are hopeful that Arlen has the answers, but the truth is, he hasn't got a clue.

Nicolas Cage plays the title role, popular Chicago TV Inchmeteorological expertInch David Spritz, whose private life is as stormy as his career prospects are bright. As David wrestles with a chance at joining a New York-based network morning show, he attempts to reconcile with his ex-wife (Hope Davis), his troubled children (Nicholas Hoult, Gemmenne de la Peña), and his ailing author father (Michael Caine). Gore Verbin ski helms this tempestuous comedy/drama. 101 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles English, French, Spanish; featurettes; theatrical trailer.

An aging comedian tours the California desert, lost in a cycle of third-rate venues, novelty tourist attractions, and vain attempts to reach his estranged daughter. By day, he slogs through the barren landscape, inadvertently alienating every acquaintance. At night, he seeks solace in the animation of his onstage persona. Fueled by the promise of a lucrative Hollywood engagement and the possibility of rekindling a relationship with his daughter, he trudges through a series of increasingly surreal and volatile encounters.