George Clooney and Adam Sandler fans will be able to enjoy their upcoming Netflix comedy-drama Jay Kelly earlier than expected, a few weeks ahead of its limited cinema release.
The comedy has been confirmed as the Cunard Gala of this year's BFI London Film Festival, which runs from 8-19 October in London and festival venues across the UK.
The comedy-drama has been written by Noah Baumbach (who also directs) and Emily Mortimer, and features a star-studded wider cast including Laura Dern, Billy Crudup and Riley Keough.
The UK premiere of Jay Kelly will take place at the Royal Festival Hall on Friday, 10 October, while Baumbach and cast members are expected to attend.
Per the synopsis, Jay Kelly "follows famous movie actor Jay Kelly (Clooney) and his devoted manager Ron (Sandler) as they embark on a whirlwind and unexpectedly profound journey through Europe.
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"Along the way, both men are forced to confront the choices they've made, the relationships with their loved ones, and the legacies they’ll leave behind."
"I'm thrilled and honoured for Jay Kelly to be included in the BFI London Film Festival," said Baumbach. "We filmed, as well as edited, mixed, and recorded our score, here in London.
"Many of our amazing collaborators will be in attendance. It feels like a homecoming even for this New Yorker.
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"We are excited to welcome Noah Baumbach back to the festival whose previous titles White Noise, Marriage Story and The Meyerowitz Story have deeply moved and entertained LFF audiences," added Kristy Matheson, BFI London Film Festival director.
"With Jay Kelly, Noah returns with his signature blend of emotional honesty and comedy in a film that cleverly explores fame, friendship and our eternal love affair with the silver screen."
Also starring are the likes of Grace Edwards, Stacy Keach, Patrick Wilson, Thaddea Graham, Jim Broadbent, Nicôle Lecky, Eve Hewson, Alba Rohrwacher, Lenny Henry, and Josh Hamilton.
Jay Kelly is released on Netflix on 5 December. The BFI London Film Festival runs from 8-19 October.
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