Benjamin Géza Affleck, born on August 15, 1972, is a prominent American actor and filmmaker with a distinguished career in the entertainment industry. He began his journey in the world of acting as a child, starring in the PBS educational series "The Voyage of the Mimi" (1984, 1988). His early roles included appearances in the independent comedy "Dazed and Confused" (1993) and collaborations with director Kevin Smith in films like "Chasing Amy" (1997).

Affleck's breakthrough came when he and his close friend Matt Damon won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for their work on "Good Will Hunting" (1997), a film they also starred in. This achievement marked a turning point in his career, establishing him as a leading man in Hollywood. He appeared in a range of studio films, including "Armageddon" (1998), "Reindeer Games" (2000), "Pearl Harbor" (2001), and "The Sum of All Fears" (2002). Despite a career downturn, he made a triumphant return by portraying George Reeves in the biopic "Hollywoodland" (2006), earning the Volpi Cup for Best Actor.

Ben Affleck's talents extended beyond acting into directing, and his directorial debut, "Gone Baby Gone" (2007), which he co-wrote, was well-received. He continued to excel as a director with films like "The Town" (2010) and "Argo" (2012), both of which received critical acclaim and achieved commercial success. "Argo" won him the BAFTA Award for Best Director and the BAFTA and Academy Award for Best Picture. Additionally, Affleck took on the role of Batman in the DC Extended Universe, appearing in "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" (2016).

In recent years, Ben Affleck has showcased his versatility as an actor in movies such as the psychological thriller "Gone Girl" (2014), the thriller "The Accountant" (2016), and the sports drama "The Way Back" (2020). He also expanded his career as a director, taking the helm of films like "The Last Duel" (2021), "The Tender Bar" (2021), and "Air" (2023), in which he also starred. Beyond his contributions to the entertainment industry, Affleck co-founded the Eastern Congo Initiative, a nonprofit organization focused on grantmaking and advocacy, and is known for his support of the Democratic Party. He, along with Matt Damon, co-owns the production company Artists Equity and was also involved in Pearl Street Films.

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