Safdie Brothers Split Up Ahead Of Uncut Gems Reunion With Adam Sandler, Movie Is “On Pause”

Hit directing duo the Safdie brothers have split up ahead of their next project with Adam Sandler. Composed of brothers Josh and Benny Safdie, the duo is known for their work on breakout independent films Uncut Gems and Good Time. Following the success of Uncut Gems, the pair of directors were previously signed on to direct another movie with Sandler.

According to Variety, the Safdie brothers have split up in advance of their next feature with Sandler. Check out Benny Safdie’s commentary on the split below:

“It’s a natural progression of what we each want to explore. I will direct on my own, and I will explore things that I want to explore. I want that freedom right now in my life.”

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