Longtime friends and collaborators Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are set to team up again for a new crime thriller titled “RIP.” The film will be directed by Joe Carnahan, known for his action-packed films like “Smokin’ Aces” and “The Grey.”

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck: A Longstanding Friendship and On-Screen Partnership

Damon and Affleck’s careers have been intertwined since their early days in Hollywood. They both started out as background actors in Kevin Costner‘s movie “Field of Dreams.” Their on-screen partnership truly blossomed with their co-written screenplay for “Good Will Hunting,” which won them an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1998.

Since then, they’ve appeared in several films together, including “Dogma,” “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back,” “The Last Duel,” and most recently, the sports drama “Air” which was released in 2023. “Air” was a critical and commercial success, earning praise for its performances and story.

Shrouded in Mystery: Details About “RIP”

Plot details for “RIP” are currently under wraps, adding to the intrigue surrounding the project. This will be the first time Damon and Affleck star together since “Air,” and fans are eagerly anticipating their return to the big screen.

The film will be produced by Artists Equity, the production company co-founded by Matt Damon and Affleck. This company has already had a successful run, launching with the critically acclaimed documentary “The Greatest Love Story Never Told” for Amazon Studios and the Berlin Film Festival award-winning film “Small Things Like These” starring Emily Watson. Artists Equity also has upcoming projects on the horizon, including “The Accountant 2” starring Affleck and “Unstoppable” starring Jennifer Lopez.

A Delayed Project: “Animals” on Hold

Originally, Damon and Affleck were slated to star in another thriller titled “Animals” before “RIP.” However, scheduling conflicts with Affleck’s filming for “The Accountant” forced them to postpone “Animals.”

Ben Affleck’s Personal Life: Balancing Career and Marriage

While Affleck enjoys continued success in his career, his personal life has been under scrutiny. After a year of marriage to Jennifer Lopez, rumors of marital trouble have swirled around the couple. Reports suggest they may be headed for divorce, fueled by separate living arrangements. Despite the speculation, both Affleck and Lopez have been seen together on occasion, with Lopez even sporting her wedding ring at public events. Neither have publicly addressed the rumors.

With “RIP” set to begin filming later in 2024, fans can look forward to seeing Damon and Affleck back together on screen. Their long-standing friendship and proven on-screen chemistry are sure to generate excitement for this mysterious new crime thriller.

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