Last week we reported that Matt Damon was stepping away from helming what was set to be his directorial debut. At the time is seemed rather odd, as it appeared he liked it enough to star in the movie but for some reason didn’t want to direct anymore.
There were rumours it was something to do with the script, but now it appears Damon may have stepped aside as someone more experienced has come along (and because starring is a film is easier to fit into a hectic schedule than directing one), as The Playlist reports Damon is likely to reteam with his Good Will Hunting cohort, Gus Van Sant, for the film.
Not too much is known about the movie, although Damon co-wrote the script with The Office’s John Krasinski, based on an idea Krasinski cooked up with writer Dave Eggers. What we do known is that it’s been described as a Capra-esque story, with Damon playing a sales executive (Damon) who arrives in a small town only to have his whole life called into question. Krasinski will also star as a rival businessman.
The plan is to start shooting in April, with Van Sant at the helm.
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