Overview
- The film launched on Netflix on Dec. 5 following a limited theatrical run that began Nov. 14.
- George Clooney plays an aging screen icon who impulsively heads to Europe after a mentor’s death, prompting a reflective look at fame, family and identity.
- Adam Sandler co-stars as the loyal manager, with notable supporting roles for Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Riley Keough, Jim Broadbent and Emily Mortimer.
- Critics broadly praise the lead performances, with multiple outlets noting burgeoning Oscar buzz for Sandler.
- Directed by Noah Baumbach from a script co-written with Emily Mortimer, the film blends stylized flashbacks and self-referential flourishes, drawing admiration for craft even as some reviewers find the narrative thin or indulgent.