Matt Damon’s next feature will be a sci-fi adventure directed by the Daniels, according to a series of recent reports. The actor most recently played the titular hero in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, earning critical acclaim for his performance. Filmmakers Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert previously wrote and directed acclaimed hits Swiss Army Man and Everything Everywhere All at Once.
Details regarding Damon’s next project surfaced via a Production Weekly listing (via World of Reel), identifying the working title as “Thasnagar.” Another report from TMZ confirmed the film is real when Damon was spotted filming it while wearing colorful, futuristic gear. The film has not officially been announced, but it already has a home at Universal Pictures, as the Daniels signed a deal with the studio in 2022.
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The movie’s unusual name has already sparked curiosity, particularly given the Daniels’ reputation for ambitious, unconventional storytelling.
The Production Weekly listing reveals that the film will deal with “global warming and time travel, as well as a possible superhero angle.” It also reveals that its story spans two timelines, one set in the 1980s and the other in the present day. The film’s protagonists might be teenagers.
As reported previously, the film will reportedly have a high-profile cast that includes Matt Damon, Sandra Oh, Charles Melton, and Michael Gandolfini. It will also star Sean Kaufman, Silvia Dionicio, Jackson Kelly, Kerrice Brooks, and Thalia Dudek. It is expected to be filmed in Los Angeles.
Whether Thasnagar remains the official title or serves solely as a working title during production remains to be seen. Universal Pictures has yet to announce a release date and other details for the feature. The Daniels’ previous film, Everything Everywhere All at Once, won seven Academy Awards in 2023, including Best Picture.
This article was originally reported by Rahul Majumdar on SuperHeroHype.
