Wikimedia Commons/Face Off 1997 movie Celebrity Why Face/Off remains the most brilliantly over-the-top action movie of the 1990s, with John Woo's style and iconic Cage & Travolta performances. May 4, 2026 AceShowbiz - The 1997 action thriller Face/Off continues to captivate audiences with its blend of outrageous premise and stylish execution. Directed by John Woo, this film takes a concept that could easily feel implausible and transforms it into one of the most entertaining and memorable studio action movies of the 1990s.