Adam Sandler is one of those actors you either love or hate. The overwhelming majority of his films are comedies that take place in exotic locations, something the actor has confirmed is a choice made so that he and his friends – who regularly star alongside him in his movies – can treat the experience like a vacation. It makes sense, of course – why not enjoy some gorgeous views while you’re shooting a fun movie with your pals?
Despite the beautiful scenery and admittedly hilarious casting choices Sandler makes for his films, however, they’re frequently critical bombs that many feel scrape the bottom of the barrel for laughs. That’s not to say every Sandler comedy is a total bust. Classics like Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, and Big Daddy rank among some comedy fans’ favorites, and even most of his mediocre offerings have at least a handful of hilarious moments. Plus, they consistently do well on streaming platforms like Netflix.
His comedy veins run deep, but Sandler has recently proven his ability to be a serious actor when he took the lead in Uncut Gems. His lead role in the film – which is now watchable on Netflix – earned him significant critical praise and an Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead. But he’s showed up a few other moderately serious roles in the past, such as Punch-Drunk Love, Reign Over Me, and a 2004 romantic comedy-drama called Spanglish.
Now, Spanglish is headed to Amazon Prime on July 1st, so if you haven’t had a chance to give it a watch, you’ll soon have the opportunity to enjoy this beloved flick about love, emotional security, and language barriers. The film was written and directed by James L. Brooks, and in addition to Adam Sandler in the lead role, it also stars Téa Leoni and Paz Vega.
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