Remember that time George Clooney and Matt Damon sat down for a chat, and it wasn't just about their latest movie? No, this time it was heavy stuff – the Harvey Weinstein scandal, their past collaborations, and yeah, even their experiences working with the disgraced producer. Turns out, they've got quite a story to tell.
Clooney and Damon, who famously team up again and again, like in the Ocean's series, opened up about their time on sets with Weinstein. They weren't exactly best buddies with the producer, but they paint a picture of intimidation. Clooney admitted, "I knew he was a bully." You know how it is when you're working on a movie; there's always that guy who tries to run the place, making you feel like you're in over your head. Damon chimed in, "This level of criminal sexual predation... I never thought that was going on." It's one thing hearing about it in the news, but hearing it from people who were actually there, you realize just how widespread the problem was. And let's not forget the #MeToo movement – it's forced Hollywood and everyone else to look inward and ask some tough questions.
But these guys aren't just critics; they're also dads. Clooney's twins, Ella and Alexander, have thrown them into the deep end of parenthood. They're navigating this whole new world together, sharing stories and maybe even some questionable advice along the way. Clooney joked about how you can't quite grasp the depth of it until you've got twins, compared to just one. It's a whole different ballgame. Damon, who also has kids, gets it. Parenthood throws you for a loop, no matter how successful your career is.
Speaking of careers, they're also promoting their new film, Suburbicon. Directed by Clooney and starring Damon, it's a dark, satirical look at life in the suburbs back in the 50s. It tackles racism and the facade of perfect suburban living. Damon mentioned that working with a friend on a movie can be tricky, but he's always impressed by Clooney's talent and dedication. It's not always easy, but it's worth it.
So yeah, they're talking about the past, embracing the present as fathers, and pushing forward with new projects. Their reflections on working with Weinstein highlight just how insidious that culture of fear can be, even for big names in the industry. And while they're focused on their family now, they're still thinking about the bigger picture – holding people accountable and using their platform to talk about important issues. It’s a lot, but they're handling it, one conversation and one diaper change at a time.