In the study and practice of law, there's a prevailing theory that every person is entitled to argue their side of the story.  In fact, in most instances the Constitution makes it a protected right.  So far be it from me to continue lampooning Nicolas Cage without affording him a chance to respond.  

At the same time, I'm just an anonymous law student; so, luckily the good people at Screen Junkies got the opportunity to talk to The Man himself regarding the recent re-focusing (read: downturn) of his career.  The shocking part of it all is that he seems to be cognizant of his reputation, and goes on to defend this style of acting.  

While the above quote is fairly representative of his responses, you should read the entire interview here.