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Sandler's Next Role: A Descent into Deception
25 Mar
Summary
- Adam Sandler to star in Scott Cooper's psychological drama 'Time Out'.
- Sandler plays a man who lies to his family after losing his job.
- The film is a remake of the 2001 French movie 'L'Emploi Du Temps'.
Adam Sandler is taking on a serious role in Scott Cooper's latest directorial effort, 'Time Out.' This psychological drama is a remake of the 2001 French film "L'Emploi Du Temps." The story follows Vincent, portrayed by Sandler, who after losing his job, cannot bring himself to confess to his family.
Instead, he weaves a complex web of lies, ultimately creating an investment scheme that draws in friends. His deception grows, putting his entire life at risk. Cooper stated the film's themes of identity, work, and self-worth are particularly relevant today.
The ensemble cast includes Willem Dafoe, Gaby Hoffmann, F. Murray Abraham, Steve Zahn, and Adam Horovitz. The film is set up at Netflix, where Sandler recently starred in Noah Baumbach's 'Jay Kelly.' Cooper is known for directing other films like 'The Pale Blue Eye' and previously earned Jeff Bridges an Oscar for 'Crazy Heart.'
