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Clooney and Sandler Reunite for Bittersweet Buddy Film at London Festival
10 Oct
Summary
- Clooney and Sandler star in Baumbach's new Netflix film
- Sandler praises co-star Broadbent's performance
- Baumbach calls London a "homecoming" for the film
On October 10, 2025, a star-studded cast and crew gathered at the BFI London Film Festival for the screening of Noah Baumbach's new Netflix film. The acclaimed director was joined on the red carpet by leading actors George Clooney and Adam Sandler, as well as a supporting cast including Louis Partridge, Greta Gerwig, Isla Fisher, and more.
The film follows Clooney as a fading movie star who, in a bid to reconnect with his teenage daughter, accepts a prestigious lifetime achievement award at a Tuscan arts festival. Sandler, who plays Clooney's longtime manager, expressed his joy at getting to work with his friend and co-star. He also praised the performance of veteran actor Jim Broadbent, who portrays a mentor to Clooney's character.
Baumbach, who co-wrote the script with Emily Mortimer, spoke about the significance of the London screening, calling it a "homecoming" for the film. Clooney echoed the sentiment, describing the experience of working with Baumbach as "magical" for the entire cast.
The film, which had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival in August, is already generating Oscars buzz, particularly for Sandler's performance. Reviews have described it as a "bittersweet buddy movie" that explores the complexities of fame and family.
