At the festival, Clooney also addressed the article in which sources claimed that he and Pitt were paid “more than $35 million each” for their roles in Wolfs. Calling it “an interesting article,” The Peacemaker actor said, “Whatever her source was for our salary, it is millions and millions and millions of dollars less than what was reported. And I am only saying that because I think it’s bad for our industry if that’s what people think is the standard bearer for salaries.” Clooney said, while speaking alongside Pitt ahead of the movie’s première, “I think that’s terrible, it’ll make it impossible to make films.”

Previously, the two actors opened up about their friendship, and how they support each other as “things get bumpy.” George said, “It’s fun because we also check in on each other every once in a while, which is an important part of this. Things get complicated in life and you always have to make sure everybody’s okay.”