Who is Casey Affleck?

Casey Affleck is an American actor and director, widely known for his work in independent films and commercials. Born on August 12, 1975, in Falmouth, Massachusetts, Casey is the younger brother of fellow actor Ben Affleck.

Affleck began his career in Hollywood in 1995 with a small role in the indie comedy, To Die For. He then went on to appear in films such as Good Will Hunting, Ocean's Eleven, and Interstellar. His performance in the 2007 drama, The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, earned him acclaim and a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Besides his work in feature films, Affleck is also known for his work in commercials. His commercials for brands such as Ford, Starbucks, and American Express have been praised for their understated, naturalistic approach to acting.

In a 2017 ad for clothing company, Calvin Klein, Affleck's naturalism is on full display as he lounges in a California desert, waxing poetic about life's complexities. The unconventional ad, which features Affleck reciting monologues and playing with his children, was met with critical acclaim and generated considerable buzz.

Despite his commercial success, Affleck's career has been marred by controversy. In 2010, two women accused him of sexual harassment on the set of the mockumentary, I'm Still Here, which he directed. In 2017, he won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Manchester by the Sea, but his win was met with backlash due to the accusations against him.

Despite the controversy, Casey Affleck remains a respected actor and director in Hollywood. His work in commercials demonstrates his versatility as an actor, and he will undoubtedly continue to captivate audiences with his understated performances for years to come.

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