Renowned Actor's Personal Struggle: Matt Damon Opens Up About Overcoming Darkness on Set of Challenging Film
Matt Damon's unexpected battle with depression during the production of a particular film raises curiosity Discover which movie left Damon questioning his choices and grappling with emotional turmoil
Matt Damon recently opened up about a regrettable filming experience where he fell into a state of depression upon realizing that the movie he was actively shooting was not up to par. Despite gaining fame from successful films such as the Bourne series, Good Will Hunting, The Martian, and The Departed, Damon's upcoming project involves collaborating with filmmaker Christopher Nolan on Oppenheimer, where he assumes the role of American military officer Leslie Groves Jr. Alongside his critically acclaimed hits, the actor has also been a part of movies that were not well-received by audiences. During a recent interview on the Jake's Takes YouTube channel, Damon shares the moment when he had an abrupt realization about the film's low quality, leaving him feeling down. To hear more about this, watch the clip below (relevant section starting at 10:44).
The actor refrains from mentioning the specific film but acknowledges a realization during filming that things were not going well. Damon expresses his thoughts below:
"Sometimes, without specifying any films, you find yourself in a situation where the movie you are working on may not meet your initial expectations. Despite this, you continue to work on it. I distinctly recall reaching a point halfway through production, with several more months to go, while on a family trip. My wife noticed my downtrodden state and reminded me of the inconvenience I had caused them. It made me reflect on my decision, wondering what I had gotten myself into."
Which Movie Could Matt Damon Be Talking About?
She expressed, "We have arrived," and it felt as though... I take great pride in being a professional actor, largely because of her influence. Being a professional actor entails dedicating oneself to grueling 15-hour days and giving it one's all, even in situations where success is unlikely. If one can maintain a positive attitude throughout such challenges, then they are truly a professional. Her guidance was instrumental in fostering this mindset within me.
Making a subpar movie is never the objective, yet even esteemed actors like Damon occasionally find themselves involved in a film that fails to materialize for various reasons. Despite his numerous successful ventures and critically acclaimed projects, Damon has also appeared in a few movies that fall short in terms of their overall impact.
The movie he is most likely referring to in his recent comment is "The Great Wall" from 2016, directed by Yimou Zhang. This fantasy epic received heavy criticism from reviewers, and Damon himself openly expressed his disappointment with the film not meeting expectations. During filming, Damon started having doubts when he noticed the director compromising his vision to please Hollywood producers. The actor also mentioned the need to set aside his pride and still give his best effort.
There are other potential films Damon could be talking about, including "The Brothers Grimm," "All the Pretty Horses," "Suburbicon," and "The Monuments Men." These movies either received negative reviews or performed poorly at the box office. However, Damon has a strong track record as both an actor and a producer, with more successes than failures. Early reactions to "Oppenheimer" have been highly positive, suggesting that Damon may soon have another hit to add to his list.
Source: Jake's Takes (via Variety)
