"Good will hunting": the actors, the script, the story

American film “Good will hunting" included in the list of two hundred and fifty of the best works of cinema of all times and peoples at the Internet Movie Database (IMDb) – the largest databases of movie. This is a poignant story with deep philosophical overtones, “wrapped" into the shell youth drama and at first glance, reflecting a typical American dream.

The Film was awarded with numerous nominations for the prestigious film award, beating some of them, and also received favorable reviews from critics.

Storyline

The Film is a wonderful homage to the classics of modern American literature - William Burroughs and Allen Ginsberg. “Good will hunting" (the actors below) – this is a dramatic film about twenty-year-old Prodigy living in Boston and working as a janitor rooms in the University. Not finding proper use of his talent and sharp mind, he gets into trouble. After another street fight it from police releases and takes care of a math Professor, impressed by the abilities of the guy to this precise science. However, it poses two conditions-regular and mandatory attendance classes, as well as therapist. Sessions with the doctor begin with mistrust and problems, but gradually turned into a strong friendship between student and mentor.

About the script

The Person who wrote the script for the film “Good will hunting" of actors, and now very well-known. In this case, from Matt Damon and Ben Affleck was a good Duo on screen. In recognition of the actors, they engaged in script writing only because more of them will not take. So, without ambition, without knowing it, they created one of his best projects, which in the beginning received the «Oscar». It is noteworthy that the eldest of the brothers Affleck and Damon are childhood friends, moreover, their families have each other distant relatives.

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The script for the movie is appreciated by many film studios, however, to put it on the screen, they were in no hurry. One of the main conditions of its creators assumed their participation in the lead roles. Given the fact that B. Affleck and M. Damon at that time were not yet known, but in acting the Bank had only a few bit parts, the company threatened to be a failure. The guys believe the producers of Miramax and not lost. Young actors literally woke up famous, job offers rained on them from the horn of plenty.

“Good will hunting": Matt Damon

The Character Matt Damon-will hunting. It is the core of the film. No longer a teenager but not yet an adult. Will occupies an intermediate position. He don't need talent in mathematics coming out of it. The only thing he wanted – a normal life, to just took it and put it in her, and explained that this is correct. Haunted by inner demons, he tries to become the master of your life, and it helps shrink.

“Good will hunting": actor

After Completing the main condition of young actors, Miramax the role of each main character Chucky Sullivan approved of Ben Affleck. Character have not so much screen time, however, the future Hollywood star could be seen. Just a year after shooting this film he was invited by Michael Bay in his fantastic film “Armageddon”. Note also that the picture introduced the audience to another member of the family Affleck. The younger brother of Ben Casey (pictured above) played the role of Morgan O’'malley.

The Images of mentors will Professor Gerald Lambeau and therapist Sean Maguire - was played by Stellan Skarsgard (photo below) and Robin Williams, respectively. Some of the most famous actors of our time graced the film with his presence, showing young people what should be the real acting. Without winning, by the way, they, too, left.

Another role of the second plan went to English actress, singer and songwriter Minnie Driver. Work way girlfriend of will's is a good start, followed by several roles in romantic comedies. But calling for her was the TV.

Awards and nominations

The Debut project of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon the film “Good will hunting" has been praised by critics and won the most prestigious awards.

In 1998, the film received 9 nominations for the prize “Oscar”, two of which won. Got the award R. Williams, best supporting actor, and the writers.

At the film festival in Berlin Matt Damon for outstanding individual contribution won the silver bear. The film's Director, Gus van Sant was nominated for a Golden statuette.

The script for the film “Good will hunting" actors M. Damon, B. Affleck received «Golden globe». Just two prestigious awards in this category can be regarded as a recognition of talent and full of success. M. Damon and R. Williams was nominated for the best drama actor and supporting actor.

Stellan Skarsgard after filming inthe project received a prize at the European Film Awards for his great contribution to the development of world cinema.