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Review: Tom Cruise and Iñárritu's 'Digger' is a messy political satire

10/3/2026

Iñárritu's new film "Digger" fails to deliver on its promise as a political satire, earning a scathing review that describes it as a grandiose and messy misfire.

The critique argues that despite high-profile talent and technical craftsmanship, the movie lacks the innovation and humor required for a great satire, positioning it as one of the biggest disappointments of the awards season.

In the film, Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, an eccentric oil tycoon who is nearly unrecognizable under heavy prosthetics.

The character is defined by his affection for his wealth and his chronically ill robotic-like cat, Maggie, and his refusal to accept warnings about the dangers of his drilling operations in Greenland.

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