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flag Kevin Smith, who helped move "Good Will Hunting" to Miramax, revealed he declined directing it, which won multiple Oscars.

flag Kevin Smith, known for films like "Clerks," revealed he turned down the chance to direct "Good Will Hunting," which later won multiple Oscars including Best Original Screenplay. flag Smith helped move the script from Castle Rock to Miramax and suggested Ben Affleck and Matt Damon direct it themselves, but the idea was rejected. flag Gus Van Sant was chosen as director, leading to the film's success and nine Academy Award nominations. flag Smith's involvement with Affleck and Damon also influenced his later film "Dogma."

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