George Clooney, star of Noah Baumbach's 'Jay Kelly,' missed the Venice Film Festival press conference due to a sinus infection. His representatives confirmed he's under doctor's orders to rest. Co-stars Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, and Emily Mortimer attended in his place. Clooney is expected at the film's premiere. 'Jay Kelly,' a Netflix film, follows an aging movie star's journey through Europe, reflecting on his life. Clooney has a long history with the Venice Film Festival.

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