Harsh Vardhan
Ben Affleck, the multifaceted talent of Hollywood, embarked on his illustrious career by appearing in ‘The Dark End of the Street.’ Born on August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California, Affleck’s cinematic journey has been marked by a remarkable evolution from a promising actor to a critically acclaimed filmmaker. His early acting roles paved the way for a prolific career that includes a series of memorable appearances in major films.
Affleck had his breakthrough with the 1997 film ‘Good Will Hunting,’ in which he not only starred alongside his close friend Matt Damon but also co-wrote the screenplay, earning them both an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. This triumph catapulted Affleck into the Hollywood spotlight, leading to iconic roles in movies like ‘Armageddon,’ ‘Pearl Harbor,’ and ‘The Town,’ in which his versatility and charismatic presence shone through. His directorial debut, ‘Gone Baby Gone’ (2007), and subsequent directorial efforts like ‘Argo’ (2012), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, further solidified his reputation as a filmmaker of exceptional talent.
Affleck’s career has been a journey of resilience, innovation, and artistic excellence, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His most recent appearance saw him donning the iconic cape and cowl, reprising his role as Batman in ‘The Flash.’ If you are eagerly awaiting his upcoming projects, here’s everything you need to know about them!
1. Untitled Accountant Sequel (TBA)
The sequel to the 2016 thriller film ‘The Accountant’ is officially in the works. Gavin O’Connor will return to direct the film, with Affleck and Jon Bernthal reprising their roles as Christian Wolff and Brax, respectively. The sequel will follow Wolff, who teams up with his strange brother Brax to solve the complex case of Marybeth Medina (Addai-Robinson)’s boss while being hunted by bad guys who don’t want the truth to come out. The cast also includes J.K. Simmons, Daniella Pineda, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, and Grant Harvey. The project is currently in its filming stage, and no release date has been set yet. Reportedly, O’Connor plans for a trilogy.
2. Animals (TBA)
Affleck will be both directing and producing the upcoming Netflix thriller ‘Animals.’ As per the reports, the film will center on the kidnapping of the son of an L.A. mayoral candidate and show how he and his wife handle the situation as the deadline for the ransom gets nearer. Matt Damon will play the role of the mayor while Jennifer Garner is in talks to play the role of the wife. The rest of the cast is yet undisclosed. Connor O. McIntyre has written the story that has been revised by Billy Ray. Currently in its pre-production stage, ‘Animals’ is expected to drop on Netflix towards the end of 2024 or early 2025. A release date is awaited.
3. Keeper of the Lost Cities (TBA)
An exciting live-action movie adaptation of the bestselling book series ‘Keeper of the Lost Cities’ by Shannon Messenger is currently in development at Disney with Affleck on board as both director and producer. The story revolves around a telepathic girl named Sophie, who embarks on a journey to unravel the mysteries of her newfound world, realizing that she holds the key to its future, all while racing against time to prevent the wrong person from discovering the truth. The actor-director is also writing the film with Kate Gritmon. Although the project was announced in 2021, information concerning its production is yet to be revealed.
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