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202293 minPG-13documentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Finding Sandler

202293 minPG-13documentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

David Seth Cohen recalls a missed chance to meet Adam Sandler while examining how comedy influences personal goals and ambitions.

“One Man. One Dream. One Big Daddy of a Quest.”

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David Seth Cohen recalls a missed chance to meet Adam Sandler while examining how comedy influences personal goals and ambitions.

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Anthony Marinelli

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David Seth Cohen reflects on his missed chance to meet comedian Adam Sandler. In "Finding Sandler," Cohen retraces his past to understand why this connection matters to him. He shares personal stories and conducts interviews that reveal the challenges of pursuing dreams in the shadow of a beloved figure. The film, directed by Cohen, runs for 93 minutes and captures the influence of comedy on personal growth within the entertainment industry.

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