That The Bourne Identity was based on a crackling novel by the late-great Robert Ludlum, and set to co-star the likes of indie-minded actors Chris Cooper ( American Beauty), Franka Potente ( Run Lola Run), and Brian Cox ( Rushmore) likely sealed the deal.
That the film was being directed by rising indie star Dough Liman (hot off the success of Swingers and Go) probably helped draw Damon in. Many were genuinely surprised when Damon claimed the lead in a big-budget espionage flick by the name of The Bourne Identity. Ripley, leaving many to assume he was dedicated to forging his path solely in prestige pictures. On the verge of the big time, Damon spent the next few years beefing up an already impressive resume with solid turns in films like Saving Private Ryan, Rounders, and The Talented Mr. That writer was a twenty-something Matt Damon, who'd just netted said Oscar for penning (alongside his pal Ben Affleck) his own breakout role for the lauded drama.
Little does the world know, but the Academy Award-winning screenwriter behind Good Will Hunting is about to become an action star for the next generation.
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