Clooney, Sandler Star in 'Jay Kelly' Awards Contender

George Clooney has addressed criticism of his acting range as he promotes 'Jay Kelly,' directed by Noah Baumbach and co-starring Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, and Billy Crudup. The film follows a famous actor and his manager on a reflective journey through Europe as they confront their life choices and legacies. 'Jay Kelly' marks the first on-screen collaboration between Clooney and Sandler and is generating early awards buzz, particularly for Sandler's dramatic performance. The film will premiere at the Venice Film Festival, receive a limited theatrical release on November 14, and debut on Netflix on December 5. Clooney praised Sandler's versatility, urging audiences not to underestimate his dramatic abilities. The film is being positioned as one of Netflix's strongest awards contenders this year.