15 Matt Damon Movies: From Oppenheimer to Stallion of the Cimarron

1. Oppenheimer 2023，IMDB Rating: 8.3, IMDB Votes: 774915, ID: 15398776
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In ‘Oppenheimer’, Matt Damon takes on the role of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb. The film, directed by Christopher Nolan, is praised for its exploration of the complexities and contradictions of Oppenheimer’s character. Damon’s performance is lauded for its subtlety and pathos.
2. Ford v Ferrari 2019，IMDB Rating: 8.1, IMDB Votes: 487664, ID: 1950186
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In ‘Ford v Ferrari’, Matt Damon plays Carroll Shelby, a former racer turned car designer. The film, directed by James Mangold, is a tale of Motor City dominance-seeking that compels viewers to root for good guys who are doing the bidding of rather bad guys. Damon’s performance is praised for its authenticity and the film is considered one of the best car movies ever made.
3. The Martian 2015，IMDB Rating: 8.0, IMDB Votes: 935344, ID: 3659388
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The Martian, directed by Ridley Scott, is a gripping tale of survival and human ingenuity. Matt Damon’s portrayal of astronaut Mark Watney, who uses his knowledge and wit to survive alone on Mars, is both compelling and inspiring. The film’s attention to scientific detail and Damon’s performance make it a standout in Matt Damon’s filmography.
4. Downsizing 2017，IMDB Rating: 5.8, IMDB Votes: 126822, ID: 1389072
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Downsizing presents an intriguing concept, but the execution falls short. Matt Damon plays Paul, an ordinary man who decides to ‘downsize’ for a better life. Despite Damon’s solid performance, the film fails to fully explore its premise, resulting in a narrative that feels somewhat bland.
5. Jason Bourne 2016，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 244215, ID: 4196776
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Jason Bourne, the fifth installment of the Bourne series, sees Matt Damon reprising his role as the titular character. While the film delivers on action, it lacks the originality and intrigue of its predecessors. Damon’s performance is commendable, but the film’s plot feels too familiar.
6. Elysium 2013，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 473815, ID: 1535108
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Elysium, a sci-fi film directed by Neill Blomkamp, features Matt Damon as Max, a man desperate to reach the utopian space habitat, Elysium. The film stands out for its gritty depiction of a dystopian future and its blunt class allegory. Damon’s performance adds depth to the film, making it a noteworthy entry in his career.
7. The Great Wall 2016，IMDB Rating: 5.9, IMDB Votes: 149350, ID: 2034800
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The Great Wall is a visual spectacle, featuring Matt Damon as a European mercenary in ancient China. Despite its stunning visuals and action sequences, the film’s storyline and character development are lacking. Damon’s performance is solid, but the film doesn’t fully utilize his talents.
8. Contagion 2011，IMDB Rating: 6.8, IMDB Votes: 317927, ID: 1598778
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Contagion is a realistic, unsensational film about a global epidemic. It’s a frightening speculation about how a new airborne virus could spread relentlessly in very little time. Matt Damon’s performance as a sturdy and likable character adds to the film’s charm. However, some critics felt that the film lacked in witty dialogue, interesting characters, or even visual flourishes.
9. We Bought a Zoo 2011，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 152753, ID: 1389137
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We Bought a Zoo is a heartwarming film about a family buying a zoo. Matt Damon’s performance is sturdy and likable, and Scarlett Johansson’s role as the head of the zoo’s animal keepers is commendable. However, some critics felt that the film had too much formula and not enough human interest.
10. Suburbicon 2017，IMDB Rating: 5.8, IMDB Votes: 47470, ID: 0491175
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Suburbicon is a film that tries to juggle social satire, racial commentary, and a murder mystery but ends up making a mess of all three. Matt Damon’s character, a colorless career spy, takes us on a long, hard slog through a maze of non-linear narrative techniques. Critics have described the film as dull and inert.
11. The Adjustment Bureau 2011，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 272435, ID: 1385826
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The Adjustment Bureau is a film that explores the themes of fate, choice, and destiny. Matt Damon’s performance as a politician who meets a ballerina and is affected by mysterious forces keeping them apart is commendable. However, some critics felt that the film could have been more daring.
12. Hereafter 2010，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 95881, ID: 1212419
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Hereafter, directed by Clint Eastwood, is a thought-provoking film that explores the concept of life after death through three parallel stories. Matt Damon delivers a compelling performance as George, a construction worker who can communicate with the dead. The film’s strength lies in its exploration of the human condition and the mystery of what lies beyond. However, some critics argue that it lacks compelling drama.
13. The Monuments Men 2014，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 142449, ID: 2177771
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The Monuments Men, directed by George Clooney, is a World War II adventure film that tells the story of a group of over-the-hill art scholars who are tasked with retrieving stolen masterpieces. Matt Damon, as one of the art experts, delivers a solid performance. However, the film’s narrative has been criticized for its stiffness and lack of tension.
14. Promised Land 2012，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 40080, ID: 2091473
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Promised Land, directed by Gus Van Sant, is a drama that tackles the controversial issue of hydraulic fracturing. Matt Damon plays a natural gas company representative who faces moral dilemmas as he tries to convince rural landowners to lease their land. The film is praised for its humanistic approach, but some critics argue that it lacks narrative strength.
15. Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron 2002，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 86562, ID: 0166813
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Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron is an animated film that tells the story of a wild mustang stallion. Matt Damon lends his voice to the titular character, Spirit. The film is praised for its stunning animation and emotional depth. However, some critics argue that the film’s narrative is predictable.