It’s also possible that fans went into it expecting typical Adam Sandler fare, when it’s a huge departure for the actor (in the best way possible).
That gap could have something to do with the fact that Uncut Gems isn’t your typical feel-good holiday flick — it’s basically the cinematic equivalent of an adrenaline-fueled anxiety attack.
While a lack of word of mouth buzz may hurt Uncut Gems’ long-term success, it can’t take away its current accomplishments for A24, or take away from what the film has already given to F-word aficionados.