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Bradley Cooper's Dramedy Closes New York Film Festival

7/30/2025

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Bradley Cooper's highly anticipated dramedy “Is This Thing On?” is set to close the 63rd New York Film Festival on October 10. The film stars Will Arnett as Alex Novak, a man grappling with a failing marriage while chasing his dreams in stand-up comedy. The festival runs from September 26 to October 13, 2023.

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Bradley Cooper's highly anticipated dramedy “Is This Thing On?” is set to close the 63rd New York Film Festival on October 10. The film stars Will Arnett as Alex Novak, a man grappling with a failing marriage while chasing his dreams in stand-up comedy. The festival runs from September 26 to October 13, 2023.