Noah Baumbach to Receive Director Tribute at 2025 Gotham Film Awards
Renowned filmmaker Noah Baumbach is set to be honored with the Director Tribute at the upcoming 2025 Gotham Film Awards, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. This prestigious recognition celebrates Baumbach’s impressive career, including his latest film, Jay Kelly, which stars Hollywood icons George Clooney and Adam Sandler.
Jeffrey Sharp, the executive director of The Gotham Film & Media Institute, expressed his admiration for Baumbach, stating, “As a three-time Gotham Award winner and five-time nominee, Noah Baumbach is one of our most cherished filmmakers. With Jay Kelly, marked by Noah’s distinctive writing and outstanding performances from George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and the entire cast, he continues to demonstrate why his storytelling resonates with audiences worldwide. We are thrilled to honor him and this remarkable film with the Gotham Director Tribute.”
Jay Kelly, directed and co-written by Baumbach alongside Emily Mortimer, tells the poignant story of a movie star, played by Clooney, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery. The film explores his attempts to reconnect with his children after years of prioritizing his career. Sandler portrays Kelly’s loyal manager, Ron. The star-studded cast also features 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 is set to hit theaters on November 14 before it becomes available for streaming on Netflix starting December 5. The 2025 Gotham Awards will take place on December 1 in New York City. Stay tuned for more updates!
