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Donavan and I were able to catch an early viewing of Netflix’s HUSTLE starring Adam Sandler before it hits streaming and select theaters. Donavan was able to experience the Red Carpet event while in LA, I was able to get an early screener. Since the Embargo has lifted, we decided to share our opinions of the movie.
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Tony’s Opinion:
It has been a long time since a sports film sparked my interest. I was given an opportunity to an early screening of the movie Hustle. I was pleasantly surprised that this was not the typical Adam Sandler film. There are of course self-deprecating jokes targeted at Sandler’s character, but not to the point that it detracts from the message of the story. This film is, sensitive, encouraging, and full of heart. Any inspirational sports film has its predictability, but the ending is still satisfying. This had the potential of being a family film but be advised that there is plenty of adult language and content. I thoroughly enjoyed this film and think that this is one of the best Netflix movies I’ve seen in a while.
Donavan’s Opinion:
Adam Sandler is one of those actors that when you see he’s in a movie you just have to watch it even if you know nothing about it or aren’t necessarily interested in what it’s about. That was originally the case for me going into Adam Sandler and Netflix’s new movie Hustle. I am not a sports fan, never have been, and probably never will be. However, I am a huge Adam Sandler fan and grew up watching his movies. I was lucky enough to attend the red carpet world premiere and got to see how much hard work went into this film and I think that made me appreciate it a lot more. Adam has loved the sport of basketball since he was a kid and learning that many involved in the NBA not only helped produce but also Star in this film (many for their first acting role) really shows the passion and dedication behind it. The movie which I originally was only excited for to see Adam and Queen, I actually thoroughly enjoyed! This movie brought emotion, comedy, action, and smoothly molded it all in one. I was fully intrigued the whole time and while it’s a sports movie it is centered around family and that aspect is going to be able to reach a lot of people. I can’t wait to watch this movie again once its streaming. I think any Adam Sandler or Queen Latifah fan needs to be sure to check out Hustle when it releases on Netflix regardless if you’re a sports fan or not.
Synopsis: Stanley Sugerman’s (Adam Sandler) love for basketball is unparalleled, but the travel weary Philadelphia 76ers scout who has higher ambitions of being a coach remains stuck on the road looking for the next unknown talent. His search around the world leads him to Spain, when he discovers Bo Cruz (NBA player Juancho Hernangómez), an incredible streetball player with a troubled past. Stanley and Bo connect on and off the court, with their passion for the game and as loving family men who want to prove they can win, in basketball and in life. With the support of Stanley’s wife, Teresa (Queen Latifah), can the underdogs come out on top? HUSTLE, an inspirational drama, co-stars Ben Foster, Kenny Smith, Anthony Edwards, and Tobias Harris, is directed by Jeremiah Zagar and is produced by Sandler, Allen Covert, Joe Roth, Jeffrey Kirschenbaum, Zack Roth, LeBron James and Maverick Carter.
Be sure to check out Hustle on Netflix on June 8th and in select theaters June 3rd, 2022