Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain interview

The video discusses the need for increased funding for NASA, especially with plans to send people to Mars by 2023, highlighting the excitement of a new space race. It also addresses diversity issues in Hollywood, acknowledging past failures and the need for improvement. Finally, it emphasizes the importance of empowering women through strong film roles, inspiring young girls to pursue careers in science and leadership without gender bias.

Why does the speaker believe NASA is underfunded?

• Because it is not interested in Mars missions.

• Because it has already achieved its goals.

• Because it receives only half a penny of every tax dollar.

• Because it is a private organization.

What is the main issue Matt Damon highlights about Project Greenlight?

• It has a lack of diversity among finalists.

• It lacks funding.

• It is too focused on science fiction.

• It only recruits from Hollywood.

What does Matt Damon suggest about the conversation on diversity in Hollywood?

• It is a new topic that he started.

• It is only important for actors.

• It has been ongoing for a long time.

• It is not relevant to his work.

How does Jessica view her roles in movies like Zero Dark 30?

• As reinforcing traditional stereotypes.

• As purely entertainment-focused.

• As challenging the stereotype of women.

• As irrelevant to young audiences.

What impact does Jessica hope her roles will have on young girls?

• To encourage them to avoid challenging roles.

• To make them question their abilities.

• To inspire them to see leadership as a possibility.

• To discourage them from pursuing science.