Mindcage
Mindcage is a 2022 American supernatural mystery thriller film directed by Mauro Borrelli and starring Martin Lawrence, Melissa Roxburgh, John Malkovich, Robert Knepper, Jacob Grodnik and Aiden Turner. The film, which marks Lawrence's first major non-comedic role, was released through VOD and in select theatres on December 16, 2022. The film received mostly negative reviews from critics. Synopsis 
When a copycat murderer strikes, Detectives Jake Doyle and Mary Kelly seek help from an incarcerated serial killer called "the Artist". As Mary delves deep into the Artist's brilliant but twisted psyche, she and Jake get lured into a diabolical game of cat and mouse, racing against time to stay one step ahead of both criminals. Cast

Production 
Filming occurred in Springdale, Arkansas, and Fayetteville, Arkansas, in August 2021. That same month, it was announced that SAG-AFTRA had issued a "Do Not Work" notice to the filmmakers due to COVID-19 concerns. The notice was rescinded on August 13, 2021. Release
The film's first trailer was released on November 7, 2022. The film was released through VOD and in select theatres on December 16, 2022. Reception

Many critics have compared the film unfavourably to The Silence of the Lambs, Seven and Fallen. References

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American police detective films
American serial killer films
American thriller films
Films directed by Mauro Borrelli
Films shot in Arkansas
2022 films
2020s English-language films