Affleck and Jordan Reflect on Directing, Representation and Their Hollywood Journey
In a candid conversation, the actors discuss the weight of their roles as directors, the impact of their work on representation, and the significance of their friendship.
- Ben Affleck and Michael B. Jordan discuss their experiences in Hollywood, their directorial roles, and the impact of their work on representation and diversity.
- Affleck praises Jordan's directorial debut with 'Creed III' and shares his own experiences directing his friend Matt Damon in 'Air'.
- Jordan speaks on the responsibility and weight of being a black director in Hollywood, and how it influences his approach to his work.
- Affleck shares his insights on the significance of his film 'Air', not just as a movie about a basketball player, but as a story about an icon who inspired a generation.
- The actors reflect on their friendship, with Jordan describing it as a 'big brother-little brother' relationship, and Affleck offering guidance and support as Jordan's career took off.
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