George Clooney is searching for hope in turbulent times despite grim premise of his new film

George Clooney says he is optimistic about humanity and loves parenting his toddlers in lockdown

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George Clooney and Caoilinn Springall (both left) star in The Midnight Sky as a scientist and mysterious child who appear to be the only ones left on Earth after a disaster.

George Clooney and Caoilinn Springall (both above) star in The Midnight Sky as a scientist and mysterious child who appear to be the only ones left on Earth after a disaster.

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Reporters who have met actor-director George Clooney know there are few celebrities who effortlessly radiate as much charm and good humour in person.
And, at a time when most Hollywood interviews are taking place over Zoom, the 59-year-old manages to do the same over a web camera, as he did while discussing his latest movie, The Midnight Sky, which debuts on Netflix tomorrow.
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