George Clooney's performance in his new film 'Jay Kelly' has garnered significant praise and Oscars buzz following its premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
The movie, which received a 10-minute standing ovation, follows Clooney in the title role of an aging actor reflecting on his life choices while traveling through Europe with his manager, Ron Sukenick.
Early reviews have been overwhelmingly positive, with some critics calling it his best performance to date and suggesting he might even win an Oscar.
One five-star review hailed the movie as a 'mid-life crisis masterpiece,' praising the 'terrifically smart script' by Noah Baumbach and Emily Mortimer.
The Independent's Geoffrey Macnab celebrated Clooney's performance, noting how it blurs the line between the actor and his character.
However, not all reviews were positive; some gave the film a one-star rating, calling it 'wildly sentimental' and 'self-indulgent.' The film also stars Adam Sandler, whose performance has also earned praise.
Clooney, a two-time Academy Award winner, has been largely absent from the film's promotional work but was present at the premiere.
During the press conference, Sandler described the script as a 'gift,' expressing his pride in being part of the film and working with Baumbach.
He added that the film successfully balances humor and pain, allowing the audience to connect with the characters.
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