Adam Sandler is officially making a movie with Josh and Benny Safdie.
Deadline confirms the actor will lead “Uncut Gems,” the latest feature from the indie film duo behind “Heaven Knows What” and last year’s critical darling “Good Time.” The casting marks the second Safdie feature in a row to star a prominent actor in the lead role.
Robert Pattinson played the lead in “Good Time” and earned some of the best reviews of his career for the performance.Plot specifics for “Uncut Gems” are being kept under wraps, although the film is set in New York City’s diamond district.
The screenplay was written by the Safdie brothers and their regular collaborator Ronald Bronstein.
A24 is backing the drama after the company’s success with the Safdies on “Good Time” last summer.
Producers include Scott Rudin and Eli Bush through Scott Rudin Produtions and Sebastian Bear-McClard and Oscar Boyson through Elara Pictures.
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