Josh Safdie Directs Adam Sandler’s New Comedy Special

We don’t sometimes cowl comedy specials right here at The Playlist. That isn’t as a result of we don’t get pleasure from them, however there are simply so many, it’s tough to maintain up. However a technique to make sure that we’ll take note of a selected comedy particular is to get Josh Safdie to direct it.

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As seen within the trailer for Adam Sandler’s new comedy particular, “Love You,” the comic is again to doing his stand-up routine, and he’s gotten one of many Safdie Brothers to direct. You may also inform that there’s a lot of Safdie affect on the particular, because it isn’t Sandler telling jokes in some type of well-lit, packed area. There may be some artistry on show. 

Sadly, as excited as we’re to see Josh Safdie direct Adam Sandler’s comedy particular, it doesn’t make up for the truth that the movie the duo have been alleged to be engaged on was fully derailed by the SAG and WGA strikes. So, as an alternative of getting a brand new Josh Safdie drama, we’re having to accept a comedy particular. You may’t assist however really feel a bit let down. 

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All that stated, who doesn’t like a humorous comedy particular? If you’re one way or the other upset that Adam Sandler is releasing a comedy particular directed by an award-winning filmmaker, then you’re in all probability a depressing human. It’s okay to giggle. 

“Adam Sandler: Love You” is ready to reach on Netflix on August 27. You may watch the trailer beneath: