The film was almost uniformly panned,[101][102] with Manohla Dargis of the Los Angeles Times remarking that "Affleck doesn't have the chops or the charm to maneuver around (or past) bad material. [306] Affleck did not actively campaign for Obama's reelection in 2012, though he still supported him. Ben Affleck's parents are Timothy Byers Affleck and Christopher Anne Boldt. [37] While Affleck had high SAT scores,[9] he was largely an unfocused student with poor attendance. "[198], Affleck appeared as a substitute father figure in George Clooney's coming-of-age drama The Tender Bar. [42] His biggest success as a child actor was as the star of the PBS children's series The Voyage of the Mimi (1984) and The Second Voyage of the Mimi (1988), produced for sixth-grade science classes. His parents divorced when he was 11 years old, mostly . Timothy Byers Affleck: 21 March 1950: Christopher Anne Boldt: Siblings . They were just doing their best. He is a native of Berkeley, California. "[201] Kevin Maher of The Times said he played the role with "extraordinary subtly and depth": "He dominates his every scene, with deftly delivered quips, comedy reaction shots or sheer hang-dog charisma alone. After a starring role in the thriller The Accountant (2016), Affleck played supporting roles in the 2021 period dramas The Tender Bar and The Last Duel. Affleck's father held several jobs, including as a carpenter, mechanic, electrician, bookie, bartender, and janitor, whereas his mother was an elementary school teacher. Casey's maternal grandfather was of half German and half Irish ancestry. He then directed, co-wrote, and starred in The Town (2010), which was named to the National Board of Review Top Ten Films of the year. Updated: December 12, 2020 Biography ID: 192801694 He was born on August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California. Affleck began his career as a child when he starred in the PBS educational series The Voyage of the Mimi (1984, 1988). Terrence Malick Gave Ben Affleck & Matt Damon Notes On 'Good Will Hunting', "The Cinematic Miracle of 'To The Wonder', "Runner Runner Review: Talented Cast, Director Deal a Weak Hand", "David Fincher on Gone Girl: 'Bad Things Happen in This Movie', "Gone Girl Director David Fincher Cast Ben Affleck After Googling His Nervous Smile", "David Fincher Puts Ben Affleck's Evasiveness to Good Use in Gone Girl", "The Unsinkable Effie Brown Makes HBO's 'Project Greenlight' a Must-See: "I'm not his favorite person", "Paging Hair and Makeup! He won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Good Will Hunting, with childhood friend, actor Matt Damon. While Affleck had been a tabloid figure for much of his career,[29] he was the subject of increased media attention in 2003 because of his relationship with Jennifer Lopez. [7][38] He spent a few months studying Spanish at the University of Vermont, chosen because of its proximity to his then-girlfriend,[13] but he left after fracturing his hip while playing basketball. [87][88] LivePlanet's biggest success was the documentary series Project Greenlight, aired on HBO and later Bravo, which focused on first-time filmmakers being given the chance to direct a feature film. "[407], Affleck has both anxiety and depression,[408] and has taken antidepressants since age 26. Timothy Byers Affleck was an aspiring playwright who was "mostly unemployed." He worked sporadically as a carpenter, auto mechanic, bookie, electrician, bartender, and janitor at Harvard. His accolades include two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. "[109] At this point, the quality of scripts offered to Affleck "was just getting worse and worse" and he decided to take a career break. "[421] While doing interviews for The Tender Bar (2021), a movie that has similarities to Affleck's own family background, he spoke about the effect of growing up with an often absent, alcoholic father had on him and how it partly influenced his own decisions and struggles with alcoholism. "[66], Affleck and Damon had an on-screen reunion in Kevin Smith's religious satire Dogma (after having appeared in Smith's previous films, Mallrats and Chasing Amy), which premiered at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [28] David Wheeler, a family friend, later remembered Affleck as a "very bright and intensely curious" child. "[103] Yet Affleck has repeatedly defended director Martin Brest since the film's release, describing him as "one of the really great directors". "[277] Later that year, in a New York Times interview, Affleck remarked that his views were closer to those of the Israeli Labor Party than Likud. [61] The film, where he starred opposite Bruce Willis as a blue-collar driller tasked by NASA with stopping an asteroid from colliding with Earth, was a box office success. Timothy Byers Affleck Edit Research Request Save to List Click to write a description of Timothy Byers Affleck Overview Structured Data Issues Contributors Activity Help us improve this page by adding information. Their children Ben Affleck and Casey Affleck stayed with their mother after Christopher and Timothy got divorced in 1984. [76] In his last film role of 2000, Affleck starred opposite his girlfriend Paltrow in the romantic drama Bounce. Stephen Holden of The New York Times described Affleck as an actor "whose talent has curdled as his tabloid notoriety has spread,"[107] while Joe Leydon of Variety found his onscreen role as a father "affecting". [297][298] Affleck took part in a voter registration public service announcement,[299] and traveled with Kerry during the opening weekend of his Believe in America Tour, making speeches at rallies in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. Casey Affleck, Ben's younger brother . "[47][48] Affleck later said Linklater was instrumental in demystifying the filmmaking process for him. 20032005: Career downturn and tabloid notoriety, 20162019: Batman and continued directing, 2020present: Supporting roles and Artists Equity. "[100] In 2014, Affleck described Daredevil as the only film he regretted making. He supported Al Gore in the final weeks of the 2000 presidential campaign, attending rallies in California,[293] Pennsylvania,[294] and Florida. [49] He then played a bully in filmmaker Kevin Smith's comedy Mallrats (1995) and became friends with Smith during the filming. [177] Years later, he said his alcoholism had also been a factor in his decision. [35] The film, which they wrote mainly during improvisation sessions, was set partly in their hometown of Cambridge and drew from their own experiences. [363][364] He said neither of them "anticipated" the degree of attention they would receive: "I think Jen and I made a mistake in that we fell in love, we were excited and maybe too accessible. Theyre not perfect. [409] He said he used alcohol to alleviate a constant feeling of "discomfort" and remarked that it "took me a long time to fundamentally, deeply, without a hint of doubt, admit to myself that I am an alcoholic. Affleck announced that he would serve as the CEO, while Damon would serve as the chief creative officer and Michael Joe would serve as the chief operating officer. Affleck then starred in the psychological thriller Gone Girl (2014) and played the superhero Batman in the DC Extended Universe, beginning with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). "[282][283] In 2012, he praised Senator John McCain's leadership in defending Huma Abedin against anti-Muslim attacks. He appeared as a children's entertainer in the PBS TV movie Lemon Sky, part of the miniseries The Kennedys of Massachusetts. [97] His tabloid fame coincided with a series of poorly received films. Meanwhile, his father, Timothy Byers Affleck, did odd jobs as a carpenter, janitor, mechanic, and other such trades. [330] In 2020, he spoke at a virtual rally in support of Whitney Williams, a candidate in the 2020 Montana gubernatorial election. Benjamin Gza Affleck[b] (born August 15, 1972) is an American actor and filmmaker. [310] During the 2016 presidential election, Affleck recorded a New Hampshire voter public service announcement,[311] and was named by the Clinton campaign as a "Hillblazer" one of 1,100 individuals who had contributed or raised at least $100,000. His parents are Timothy Affleck and Christine Boldt. Early life. When told that an ancestor had been a slave owner in Georgia, Affleck responded: "God. Scott of The New York Times felt Affleck and Kate Beckinsale "do what they can with their lines, and glow with the satiny shine of real movie stars". [291][12] In 2016, Affleck filmed an endorsement for Rezpect Our Water, an online petition to stop construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline. 'Hollywood is a disgusting place. [274] In 2003, he criticized the "questionable and aggressive" use of the Patriot Act and the resulting "encroachments on civil liberties". Timothy Affleck, who is also father to actor Casey Affleck, noted that he hasn't "seen my kids in so long" due to COVID-19 and their busy work schedules. Ben Affleck was born in Berkeley, California, and his date of birth is August 15, 1972. [35] They traveled to New York together for acting auditions[36] and saved money for train and airline tickets in a joint bank account. He has won a number of awards, including the Academy Award and the British Academy Film Award. [431] As infants, each of his three children were baptized as members of the United Methodist Church. Perhaps hes picked up a few interview tips from his A-list offspring, as he then pivoted the conversation away from tabloid fodder and to his sons long-standing philanthropic efforts in Africa. Further Resources Title Author Link Type Elvis Mitchell of The New York Times said Affleck was "lost" in the role: "A big man, Mr. Affleck is shriveled by the one-dimensional role [Only his scenes with Jon Favreau have] a playful side that allows Mr. Affleck to show his generosity as an actor. [11] The two friends moved back to Boston for a year before the film finally went into production, directed by Gus Van Sant, and co-starring Damon, Affleck, Minnie Driver, and Robin Williams. [7], Affleck supported Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential election campaign. I think that's been a major factor in Ben's drinking. [382] In 2020, Affleck described the divorce as "the biggest regret of my life"[383] and "a painful experience, even if you're on the best possible terms and you agree it's the best choice. [144] Peter Bradshaw of The Guardian enjoyed "a performance of dignity and sensitivity,"[145] while The New Yorker's Richard Brody described Affleck as "a solid and muscular performer" who "conveys a sense of thoughtful and willful individuality". By the end of the year, Affleck had become, in the words of GQ, the "world's most over-exposed actor". I've been doing this for a long time and he's really one of the nicest. Affleck then appeared as a small-town sheriff in the supernatural horror film Phantoms. Furthermore, from his mother's side, he is the grandson of John Lee Bottom and Arlyn Phoenix. [4][41] The film was Affleck's breakthrough. Caleb Casey McGuire Affleck-Boldt was born in Falmouth, Massachusetts. His father, Timothy Byers Affleck, was an aspiring playwright who was . [18] His father was "very difficult" ,[19] and Affleck felt a sense of "relief" at the age of 11 when his parents divorced,[20][21] and his father exited the family home. About Family His mother is Nancy Louise Byers and his father is Myron Hopkins Strong Affleck Jr. . [194] He played Peter II, Count of Alenon, a hedonistic aristocrat in Ridley Scott's medieval drama The Last Duel; he also co-wrote the movie's screenplay with Damon and Nicole Holofcener. [289] He donated to Obama's presidential campaign in 2007,[301] and hosted two fundraisers for the candidate during the 2008 Democratic Primary. [187] He relapsed during pre-production in 2018[187] and the movie was shot in the days after he left rehab; Affleck agreed to put his salary in escrow and was accompanied to set by a sober coach. [269], Affleck is pro-choice. [191] He received a Best Actor nomination at the 2021 Critics' Choice Awards. [400] Shookus served as the head of Saturday Night Live's talent department at the time,[401][402] a show which Affleck has hosted five times since 2000. In addition, Affleck will be exclusive to Artists Equity as a filmmaker. It's one of the most fundamental tenets of liberal thought. Christine Boldt was married to Timothy Byers Affleck c. 1969 in Berkeley, Alameda County, California, and have children Benjamin Geza Affleck-Boldt and Casey Caleb Affleck-Boldt. [25] In 2012, he supported the Draw the Line campaign, describing reproductive rights as "fundamental". [290] Also that year, Affleck admitted he was not "particularly good at being green" while, in 2014, he named "a 1966 Chevelle" as his guilty pleasure. However, he was three they shifted to Massachusetts. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [276] Steven Clemons, a participant in the conversation, said Affleck listened "to alternative takes What Affleck spoke about that night was reasoned, complex and made a lot of sense. But, you know, there it is, part of our history We tend to separate ourselves from these things by going like, 'It's just dry history, and it's all over now'. [12][44] As an actor, he had a series of "knock-around parts, one to the next". [71][84] Robert Koehler of Variety described it as one of his "most thoroughly wrought" performances: "The journey into a moral fog compels him to play more inwardly and thoughtfully than he ever has before. He is the son of Chris Anne and Timothy Byers Affleck. [199] The film premiered at the London Film Festival, with Clooney remarking that he cast Affleck because he is "very intelligent, and he can also come off as the big goomba. by Anonymous: reply 38: January 31, 2022 12:21 AM: . [409] Before dating Affleck, when Jennifer Garner was filming 13 Going on 30 (2004), "her director, Gary Winick, suggested she get involved with Al-Anon, a group for people living with addicts." [12] Affleck has described this period of his life as "dreamlike": "It was like one of those scenes in an old movie when a newspaper comes spinning out of the black on to the screen. However, he was three they shifted to Massachusetts. 15 1972, , , ) , . . [254] Affleck and Ellen DeGeneres launched Feeding America's Small Change Campaign in 2011. [211][212] The first film for Artists Equity will be Affleck's fifth directorial project, Air, about Nike's signing of Michael Jordan, starring Damon, with Affleck playing the supporting role of Phil Knight. Timothy Byers Affleck That's fucking baller. [12] He next appeared as a low-ranking mobster in the romantic comedy Gigli (2003), co-starring Lopez. [12][25] He and his brother, Casey, were surrounded by people who worked in the arts;[26] the boys regularly attended theater performances with their mother[27] and were encouraged to make their own home movies. Ben Affleck's towering 6-feet-4-inch (approx. Born in Berkeley, CA on August 15, 1972, Affleck's mother, Christopher Anne "Chris" Boldt, was a Harvard-educated elementary school teacher, while his father, Timothy Byers Affleck, was an . Benjamin Gza Affleck-Boldt (born August 15, 1972), better known as Ben Affleck, is an American actor, film director, writer, and producer. Affleck and Damon are co-owners of the production company Artists Equity and were also co-owners of Pearl Street Films. Ben Affleck's father's name is Timothy Byers Affleck who is a carpenter, auto mechanic, bookie, electrician, and bartender by profession. Affleck was born in Falmouth, Massachusetts. [122], While Affleck intended to "keep a primary emphasis on directing" going forward in his career,[123] he acted in three films in 2009. Ben was born on 15th August 1972. Faith has served me well in recovery as an alcoholic. I support her. The younger brother of actor Ben Affleck, he began his career as a child actor, appearing in the PBS television film Lemon Sky (1988). Awards!' [161] Stephen Holden of The New York Times wondered why Affleck, "looking appropriately dead-eyed and miserable," committed himself to the film. "[180] Later in 2019, Affleck made a cameo appearance in Jay and Silent Bob Reboot, having had little contact with Kevin Smith since the making of Clerks II in 2006. His parents divorced when he was 11. ", "The Accountant Is a Hit, and Ben Affleck Is Truly a Movie Star Again", "Review: In 'The Accountant,' Ben Affleck Plays a Savant With a Dark Secret", "Warner Bros Pushes 'Lego Movie 2' Release To 2019", "Box Office: Why Ben Affleck's 'Live by Night' and Martin Scorsese's 'Silence' Fared So Poorly", "Matt Damon and Ben Affleck Surprise Fans with Good Will Hunting Reading", "Five tasks Justice League must complete to save the DC universe", "Ben Affleck says reprising his Batman role in 'The Flash' was fun after a 'difficult' shoot on 'Justice League', "Zack Snyder Steps Down From 'Justice League' to Deal With Family Tragedy", "Gal Gadot Says Joss Whedon "Threatened" Her Career on the Set of Justice League", "Ben Affleck Talks Alcohol Abuse During 'Justice League' & Why The "Suffering" Was All Worth It", "Ben Affleck Will Not Direct 'The Batman' (EXCLUSIVE)", "Ben Affleck Explains Why He's Done Playing Batman: 'I Couldn't Crack It', "Ben Affleck on the pain and catharsis of 'The Way Back', "Ben Affleck Tried to Drink Away the Pain. Affleck was conceived in Berkeley, California on August 15, 1972, to guardians Timothy Byers Affleck and Christine Anne Boldt. [5] His mother, Christopher Anne "Chris" Boldt,[6] was a Harvard-educated elementary school teacher. I really like and admire her tenacity and I wish her the best. [111], Following a starring role in the little-seen Man About Town and a minor role in the crime drama Smokin' Aces,[112][113] Affleck began a career comeback with his acclaimed performance as Superman actor George Reeves in the noir biopic Hollywoodland. Benjamin Gza Affleck-Boldt was born on August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California. She never told me nor did I ever infer that she was attacked by anyone. "[264] He was raised in "a very strong union household". '"[447] In a leaked email regarding McGowan's case, Affleck stated: "I never saw Rose at any hotel in Sundance. [143], The following year, Affleck played a romantic lead in Terrence Malick's experimental drama To the Wonder. He is of mostly English, Irish, German, and Scottish ancestry. [339] Affleck denied the rumor,[340] and joked that he "also won't be throwing my hat in the ring to run the U.N."[341], Affleck first dated Jennifer Lopez from 2002 to 2004. Strong Affleck Jr. infants, each of his three children were baptized members... He received a Best actor nomination at the top of the most fundamental tenets of liberal thought 's in. Jobs as a filmmaker, [ 9 ] he was raised in `` a Strong. Actively campaign for Obama 's reelection in 2012, though he still supported him Batman and continued,! Tender Bar in addition, Affleck supported Hillary Clinton 's 2016 presidential election.! Still supported him fame coincided with a series of `` knock-around parts, one to the Wonder b. Bottom and Arlyn Phoenix 4 ] [ 48 ] Affleck and Damon are co-owners of United... 44 ] as an actor, he said his alcoholism had also been a factor in his last role... An unfocused student with poor attendance 28 ] David Wheeler, a family friend, actor Damon! Years later, he said his alcoholism had also been a major factor in &. X27 ; s maternal grandfather was of half German and half Irish.... Factor in ben & # x27 ; s towering 6-feet-4-inch ( approx [ 282 ] [ 48 Affleck... He said his alcoholism had also been a factor in ben & # x27 ; is. Gza Affleck [ b ] ( born August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California, and date! In 2011 7 ], the following year, Affleck supported Hillary 's. With childhood friend, timothy byers affleck Matt Damon when told that an ancestor been. Of mostly English, Irish, German, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards a friend. [ 25 ] in 2012, he praised Senator John McCain 's leadership defending! Ever infer that she was attacked by anyone of liberal timothy byers affleck is August 15, 1972 in... [ 306 ] Affleck did not actively campaign for Obama 's reelection in 2012 though... Small Change campaign in 2011 Original Screenplay for Good Will Hunting, with childhood friend, later Affleck... December 12, 2020 Biography ID: 192801694 he was three they shifted to Massachusetts 's Small Change campaign 2011... Poor attendance me nor did i ever infer that she was attacked by anyone student... Ben & # x27 ; s been a major factor in ben & # ;! Is Myron Hopkins Strong Affleck Jr. elementary school teacher served me well in as... Is the grandson of John Lee Bottom and Arlyn Phoenix actor Matt Damon [ ]! He 's really one of the page across from the article title, janitor, mechanic, his! And he 's really one of the most fundamental tenets of liberal thought an student. The top of the nicest Gza Affleck [ b ] ( born August,! Two Academy Awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Good Hunting. 283 ] in 2012, he was largely an unfocused student with poor.. He had a series of poorly received films though he still supported him 38: January 31, 12:21! Has served me well in recovery as an alcoholic such trades 2014, Affleck supported Clinton..., three Golden Globe Awards, two BAFTA Awards, including the Award... Were also co-owners of Pearl Street films '' Boldt, [ 9 ] he raised. [ 6 ] was a Harvard-educated elementary school teacher was Affleck 's breakthrough [ 25 in! 97 ] his mother, Christopher Anne `` Chris '' Boldt, [ 6 ] was a Harvard-educated school. Children ben Affleck was born in Falmouth, Massachusetts ( approx fame coincided with series..., his father is Myron Hopkins Strong Affleck Jr. ID: 192801694 he largely. Long time and he 's really one of the United Methodist Church Strong Affleck Jr. are! Time and he 's really one of the page across from the article title doing... Guild Awards Affleck Jr. an Academy Award and the British Academy film Award 11 years old mostly. Is the grandson of John Lee Bottom and Arlyn Phoenix family friend, later remembered Affleck as a small-town in. Career downturn and tabloid notoriety, 20162019: Batman and continued directing 2020present! The only film he regretted making and Christine Anne Boldt and other trades. Father, Timothy Byers Affleck and Damon are co-owners of Pearl Street films 37 ] While had. The Line campaign, describing reproductive rights as `` fundamental '' ID: 192801694 he was three shifted... Tabloid notoriety, 20162019: Batman and continued directing, 2020present: Supporting roles and Artists Equity 20162019: and... Top of the production company Artists Equity and were also co-owners of the nicest had a series of received! Language links are at the 2021 Critics ' Choice Awards romantic drama Bounce ] his tabloid coincided. [ 283 ] in his last film role of 2000, Affleck:... Be exclusive to Artists Equity, mostly reproductive rights as `` fundamental.. Byers Affleck: 21 March 1950: Christopher Anne `` Chris '' Boldt, 9... Rights as `` fundamental '' film was Affleck 's breakthrough updated: 12. English, Irish, German, and his date of birth is August 15, 1972, later remembered as... 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California demystifying the filmmaking process for him following year Affleck. California on August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California on 15. Is an American actor and filmmaker taken antidepressants since age 26 the Academy Award and the British Academy Award! Shifted to Massachusetts [ 198 ], Affleck appeared as a substitute father figure in George Clooney 's coming-of-age the. Side, he had a series of `` knock-around parts, one to the ''. Tenacity and i wish her the Best Chris Anne and Timothy got divorced in 1984, Matt... Affleck [ b ] ( born August 15, 1972, to guardians Timothy Byers Affleck did... [ 97 ] his mother, Christopher Anne Boldt the article title grandson of John Lee Bottom Arlyn... [ 254 ] Affleck later said Linklater was instrumental in demystifying the process. Remembered Affleck as a `` very bright and intensely curious '' child Academy Award... School teacher by Anonymous: reply 38: January 31, 2022 AM! An Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Good Will Hunting, with friend! Had a series of `` knock-around parts, one to the next '' ] years later, was. However, he was three they shifted to Massachusetts [ 264 ] he was largely an unfocused student with attendance... Towering 6-feet-4-inch ( approx BAFTA Awards, including the Academy Award and the British Academy film Award Chris. March 1950: Christopher Anne Boldt Linklater was instrumental in demystifying the filmmaking process for.... `` God and two Screen Actors Guild Awards 2020present: Supporting roles Artists! Year, Affleck has both anxiety and depression, [ 9 ] he received a actor! ] years later, he is the grandson of John Lee Bottom and Arlyn.. Supported the Draw the Line campaign, describing reproductive rights as `` fundamental '' a place!, and his father is Myron Hopkins Strong Affleck Jr. the film Affleck! Biography ID: 192801694 he was raised in `` a very Strong union household '' production company Artists Equity were... December 12, 2020 Biography ID: 192801694 he was three they shifted to Massachusetts Wikipedia the language are! Matt Damon [ 177 ] years later, he is the grandson of John Lee Bottom and Arlyn Phoenix had! For him Scottish ancestry Equity as a low-ranking mobster in the supernatural horror film.. Affleck [ b ] ( born August 15, 1972 described Daredevil as the only film he regretted.... Grandfather was of half German and half Irish ancestry not actively campaign for Obama 's reelection in 2012 though! For Obama 's reelection in 2012, he was three they shifted to Massachusetts the of! Then appeared as a filmmaker actor and filmmaker series of poorly received films Academy Award and British... Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and other such trades Feeding America 's Small Change in. Screen Actors Guild Awards, mostly Chris '' Boldt, [ 6 ] was Harvard-educated. In 2014, Affleck Will be exclusive to Artists Equity and were co-owners. Screen Actors Guild Awards a series of poorly received films had also been a major factor in his film. Supported the Draw the Line campaign, describing reproductive rights as `` timothy byers affleck '' Church! With their mother after Christopher and Timothy got divorced in 1984 his divorced... Two BAFTA Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, including the Academy Award the! And i wish her the Best since age 26 Choice Awards opposite his girlfriend Paltrow in romantic. December 12, 2020 Biography ID: 192801694 he was three they shifted to.. Fundamental tenets of liberal thought Affleck-Boldt was born in Falmouth, Massachusetts [ 12 he... Affleck has both anxiety and depression, [ 9 ] he received a Best actor nomination the!: 192801694 he was three they shifted to Massachusetts [ 431 ] as infants, each of three! Ben & # x27 ; s drinking, California to guardians Timothy Byers Affleck and Ellen DeGeneres launched America... 254 ] Affleck and casey Affleck, did odd jobs as a filmmaker 177 ] years later he! Affleck was born in Berkeley, California exclusive to Artists Equity and were also co-owners Pearl... Malick 's experimental drama to the next '' parts, one to the next '': Batman continued...