Every person from 21 to 70 has a relationship with Adam Sandler. The boomer looks at Sandler as the guy who does dumb voices and tries to be Rodney Dangerfield. Gen Z likely looks at the Sandman as a Netflix star who bounces between raunchy comedies and kid-friendly projects. For millennials (like myself) and Gen X, Sandler is a god. From his days on “Saturday Night Live” through the early 2010s, Sandler had a strong claim to being the most important comedy star of that era.
Asking someone to name their favorite Sandler movie is like asking someone to pick what they want for dinner; it’s all about the vibe. One night, penne alla vodka is on the menu, and the following night, it’s fried rice. The same can be said for Sandler movies. If I want unhinged Sandler, I’m going with “Uncut Gems.” For a heartfelt Sandler, “Big Daddy” still plays with my emotions.
