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Matt Damon recently shared his thoughts on the striking resemblance between himself and fellow actor Jesse Plemons. Damon and Plemons have been subject to comparisons for years, a phenomenon stemming from Plemons' portrayal of a younger version of Damon's character in the 2000 film "All The Pretty Horses." This uncanny likeness has been a talking point both among fans and within the film industry, with Damon reminiscing about their initial meeting and subsequent reactions from the crew.
In an interview with Access Hollywood, Damon recounted how the crew was astounded by the resemblance between him and Plemons on the set of "All The Pretty Horses." He described the moment as surreal, noting, "Five people came up to me before I met him and they were like, 'You're not going to believe how much this kid looks like you.'" Damon humorously added, "He looked more like me than I did when I was little. My little 11-year-old face did not look like it." This reflection highlights not only the visual similarity but also the lasting impression it made on those involved in the film.
Jesse Plemons also addressed the comparisons, expressing his own amazement at the likeness and his admiration for Damon. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Plemons shared, "I'm definitely flattered by the comparison... I wonder how he feels about this." This mutual recognition and respect between the two actors underscore a unique bond forged through their shared experience in "All The Pretty Horses."
The film, directed by Billy Bob Thornton, featured a star-studded cast including Henry Thomas, Lucas Black, Penélope Cruz, Rubén Blades, Robert Patrick, Bruce Dern, and Sam Shepard. Despite the ensemble, the striking resemblance between Damon and Plemons became a standout memory from the production.
Damon, now set to star in "The Instigators" alongside Ben Affleck, continues to reflect on his experiences in the industry. He praised Plemons' talent and career choices, saying, "He's a great actor and I love what he's done, the choices he makes. He's so incredible to watch and I'm really very proud of the comparison." Damon expressed a desire to work with Plemons again, highlighting the deep respect he holds for his younger counterpart.
Plemons, who has been recognized for his versatile roles, is set to appear in Lesli Linka Glatter's conspiracy thriller "Zero Day" for Netflix and Yorgos Lanthimos' sci-fi comedy "Bugonia" with Emma Stone. His career trajectory continues to rise, echoing Damon's sentiments about his talent and potential.
