Directorial duo Safdie Brothers split up ahead of Uncut Gems reunion with Adam Sandler

Benny Safdie, half of the Safdie Brothers, recently revealed that the directorial duo has split up. The twosome, who helmed several hit films like Uncut Gems (2019) and Good Time (2017), were also the producers of Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God, Telemarketers, and more. Benny also stated currently they have no plans of reuniting. 

Safdie Brothers part ways 

In a conversation with Variety, Benny confirmed the "amicable" split from his brother Josh, referring to it as "a natural progression of what we each want to explore.” The actor–director said, “It’s a natural progression of what we each want to explore. I will direct on my own, and I will explore things that I want to explore. I want that freedom right now in my life.” 

Before the announcement of the split, the two were supposed to work together on a sequel to Uncut Gems with Adam Sandler. According to him, the film is now "on pause." In response to the question of whether he intended to direct alongside his brother in the future, the Oppenheimer actor said, "I don't know."

Benny Safdie’s solo ventures 

Not long after it was revealed that Benny would be directing his first solo project, the Safdie brothers announced their separation. Actor Dwayne Johnson and Benny have collaborated on the movie The Smashing Machine. Johnson will portray MMA fighter Mark Kerr in the biopic, tracing his career from his ascent to fame to his battles with addiction.

Josh and Benny Safdie parted ways after a year in which the creative frequently took on roles of his own. Benny pursued his acting career further, appearing in the TV series The Curse, which he co-created with Nathan Fielder, and as a scientist in the popular Christopher Nolan film Oppenheimer. Safdie performed in the film Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret, demonstrating his range.