Overview
- Noah Baumbach’s film, co-written with Emily Mortimer, opened in select theaters on Nov. 14 and debuted globally on Netflix on Dec. 5.
- Reviewers widely praise George Clooney’s performance and highlight Adam Sandler’s soulful turn as the manager as awards-worthy.
- Some critics question the movie’s cohesion and emotional impact, calling it indulgent or thin despite its charm.
- The narrative tracks a fictional ageing star on a Europe-set attempt to reconnect with family and confront the personal costs of fame.
- The production leans on self-referential devices and polished craft, with Linus Sandgren’s cinematography and Nicholas Britell’s score drawing notice.