Noah Baumbach will receive the Gotham Director Tribute at the 35th Annual Gotham Film Awards Ceremony for his work on Jay Kelly, a heartbreaking comedy starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler.
Jay Kelly follows famous movie actor, Jay Kelly (George Clooney), as he embarks on a journey of self discovery confronting both his past and present, accompanied by his devoted manager Ron (Adam Sandler). Poignant and humor filled, epic and intimate, Jay Kelly is pitched at the intersection of life’s regrets and notable glories.
Along with Clooney and Sandler, the film stars Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Riley Keough, Grace Edwards, Stacy Keach, Jim Broadbent, Patrick Wilson, Eve Hewson, Greta Gerwig, Alba Rohrwacher, Josh Hamilton, Lenny Henry, Emily Mortimer, Nicôle Lecky, Thaddea Graham, Isla Fisher, Louis Partridge, and Charlie Rowe.
Jay Kelly hits select theaters on November 14 and arrives on Netflix on December 5.
“As a three-time Gotham Award winner and five-time nominee, Noah Baumbach is one of our most beloved filmmakers,” said Jeffrey Sharp, Executive Director of The Gotham Film & Media Institute. “With Jay Kelly — marked by Noah’s unmistakable writing and extraordinary performances from George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and cast — he once again shows why his storytelling continues to inspire audiences everywhere. We’re honored to celebrate him and this beautiful film with the Gotham Director Tribute.”
The Director Tribute was presented last year to Denis Villeneuve for Dune: Part Two.
Winners of the 35th Annual Gotham Film Awards will be honored at the awards ceremony on Monday, December 1, 2025.
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