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Baumbach’s Jay Kelly Opens in Limited Release as Clooney Draws Early Praise

Early reviews highlight a gentler, farcical tone with awards potential emerging.

Overview

  • Noah Baumbach’s new film starring George Clooney began a short theatrical run on November 14 ahead of a Netflix release on December 5.
  • Critics, including The Atlantic, describe the portrait of a movie star’s midlife crisis as more farcical than tragic, emphasizing Clooney’s empathetic lead turn.
  • Audience posts and early user reviews report strong emotional reactions, frequently praising Adam Sandler and Billy Crudup’s supporting performances.
  • The ensemble features Laura Dern, Riley Keough and Jim Broadbent among others, with the screenplay co-written by Baumbach and Emily Mortimer.
  • Coverage notes emerging Oscar buzz, and The Observer lists the film at 132 minutes with a 15 rating in the UK.