I do love the films I’ve done in the past. I work hard in my movies and my friends work hard and we’re trying to make people laugh and I’m very proud of that.

Sandler is defending the value of broad, crowd-pleasing comedy against the frequent critical dismissal of his filmography. By emphasizing love for his past work, the effort involved, and the collaborative labor of “my friends,” he reframes his movies as earnest craft rather than disposable entertainment. The line “we’re trying to make people laugh” presents laughter as a legitimate artistic and social aim, while “I’m very proud of that” asserts personal integrity: success is measured by audience joy and the work ethic behind it, not solely by prestige markers. The quote also highlights Sandler’s recurring working style—making films with a close-knit troupe—casting that loyalty as part of the achievement.