George Clooney Shines as Aging Star in 'Jay Kelly' at Venice
'Jay Kelly' is a light, entertaining Hollywood drama directed by Noah Baumbach, featuring George Clooney playing a character very much like himself, exploring the glitz and vulnerabilities of a seasoned movie star. While it offers vivid details and a charming inside look at celebrity life, the film ultimately feels soft and somewhat superficial in its critique of stardom, with Clooney's charismatic persona softening the darker aspects it attempts to reveal.