The Bourne Legacy

[Trainwreck2100]

Originally Posted by Alpha and Omega

This one isn't from the novels; it's an idea that some of the producers have. I had heard about the possibility of this (from either iesb or latinoreview), but nothing concrete. I'm sure this one is true because Damon seemed amped to do another one all of the 'shaky' hand-cam goodness.

I agree that it ended perfectly, but I'd like to see what happens next. Do more people come after him? He is public knowledge now. What occurs? . . . or it could be a huge letdown.

The movies didn't follow the books that much.

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.latinoreview.com/news/jas...-a-writer-5549

According to the trades Universal Pictures is moving ahead with its fourth installment of "The Bourne Identity" series, setting George Nolfi to write the script.

Nolfi was co-writer of the third film, which was based on a story by Tony Gilroy.

Though the series is based on the Robert Ludlum novels, the new film won't be based on a Ludlum title, but rather an original story.

Studio toppers Marc Shmuger, David Linde and Donna Langley are making the continuation of the Bourne franchise a top priority in their effort to mount tentpoles, and they've secured director Paul Greengrass and star Matt Damon to attach themselves to a new film

Pic will be produced by Frank Marshall and exec produced by Jeffrey Weiner and Henry Morrison.

The studio intended to stop at the third installment, but the film grossed $227 million domestically and $215 million overseas.

[The Chris]

I wonder if they'll use any of the titles of the newer bourne books or make up their own. Also I hope Gilroy is still involved in some capacity.

[The Squirrel]

Originally Posted by Hunter Rider

http://www.latinoreview.com/news/jas...-a-writer-5549

According to the trades Universal Pictures is moving ahead with its fourth installment of "The Bourne Identity" series, setting George Nolfi to write the script.

Nolfi was co-writer of the third film, which was based on a story by Tony Gilroy.

Though the series is based on the Robert Ludlum novels, the new film won't be based on a Ludlum title, but rather an original story.

Studio toppers Marc Shmuger, David Linde and Donna Langley are making the continuation of the Bourne franchise a top priority in their effort to mount tentpoles, and they've secured director Paul Greengrass and star Matt Damon to attach themselves to a new film

Pic will be produced by Frank Marshall and exec produced by Jeffrey Weiner and Henry Morrison.

The studio intended to stop at the third installment, but the film grossed $227 million domestically and $215 million overseas.

That shouldn't change anything. The third was the perfect place to stop. I just hope they don't ruin a good thing.

[tamron]

I'm all for a fourth Bourne. I have confidence that the story will be up to snuff so long as Damon is involved.

[BritishChap007]

Bourne movies have no story.

What do we learn a few scenes into the first movie? He was a government agent trained to kill.

What's the big reveal at the end of the third? He was a government agent trainde to kill.

Blew my mind.

But the kids love it.

[dude love]

I hope Greengrass gets his parkinsons fixed before taking on another Bourne. I wouldn't mind Gilroy stepping behind the camera this time.

[christhn]

lol

[Casius--J]

Originally Posted by dude love

I hope Greengrass gets his parkinsons fixed before taking on another Bourne. I wouldn't mind Gilroy stepping behind the camera this time.

haha a bit harsh man.

But i love the shakey cam now, its grown on me!

I'm all for a 4th one, just hope the quality remains, for me each film was a personal favourite and I dont one to taint the franchise.

[The Sage]

Don't really see this as being a good idea. The character's arc was wrapped up in Ultimatum. How would it progress?

[Seen]

Originally Posted by The Sage

Don't really see this as being a good idea. The character's arc was wrapped up in Ultimatum. How would it progress?

By running and kicking the **** outta people. That's how.

[Lobo]

I'm conflicted over the idea of a fourth Bourne movie. On the one hand I feel Ulitmatum wrapped everything up perfectly and they should not ruin an awesome trilogy with an unnecessary fourth. On the other hand, I'd love to see some more Bourne action.

[black_dust]

I think it ended well, i really dont see the point in making another. They just seem money hungry, thats why i hate Hollywood

[Moviefan2k4]

This sounds like good news to me, especially with Damon and Greengrass on board. I'd also like to see Joan Allen or Julia Stiles return, so there's another connection with the first three (other than Bourne himself).

As for the story, I'm really hoping they'll use a few of Eric van Lustbader's ideas from "The Bourne Legacy" or "The Bourne Betrayal". Even if the new film isn't a direct adaptation, it'd be cool to see a few references from those books.

P.S.: My "inner fanboy" would love to see them somehow bring in Carlos the Jackal, but I don't see how it would work at this point.

[Doctor Jones]

No fourth film! The ending was freaking perfect for Bourne Ultimatum.

[블라스]

Originally Posted by Seen

By running and kicking the **** outta people. That's how.

Hahaha

[RonStoppablefan]

Originally Posted by Lobo

I'm conflicted over the idea of a fourth Bourne movie. On the one hand I feel Ulitmatum wrapped everything up perfectly and they should not ruin an awesome trilogy with an unnecessary fourth. On the other hand, I'd love to see some more Bourne action.

I'm with you on this conflict. I loved all the movies, but at the same time the third film ended it perfectly. Awe screw it, more butt kicking timeXD

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=51102

Next Bourne Based on The Parsifal Mosaic?
Source: Silas Lesnick
December 7, 2008


Producer Frank Marshall revealed today at The Curious Case of Benjamin Button where the next "Bourne" adventure might be headed, citing one of Robert Ludlum's books, "The Parsifal Mosiac" as potential source material.

Q: What's happening with "Bourne" now that you have access to the Robert Ludlum library?

Frank Marshall: Well, that's the good news. We now have access to all the Ludlum story ideas. We're going to make the fourth movie from them.

Q: And Matt's signed on?

Marshall: No, the only people signed on right now is George Nolfi, the writer, and me. We have to get a good script and then, hopefully, Matt will follow.

Q: Would this come at all from the new book, "The Bourne Betrayal"?

Marshall: No, the "Bourne Betrayal" was written by a friend of Ludlum's.... It had nothing to do with us.... We want to stay true to the original character.

Q: Any ideas for a "Bourne" title?

Marshall: Well, there's a lot of jokes. "Bourne Again," "Bourne Yesterday," "Bourne Free," "Bourne on the Fourth." I actually want to do that. Call it that and release the movie on the fourth.

Q: Would you want to do a straight adaptation from one of the novels?

Marshall: Actually, there is. "The Parsifal Mosiac" is one that we like.

"The Parsifal Mosiac," not a "Bourne" adventure as a novel, deals with a U.S. spy who falls in love with another spy who is revealed to be a double agent just before her death. When he retires from the business, though, the spy learns that she may still be alive and sets out to learn the truth.

[PoppaRotzi]

The fourth film will be titled "The Bourne Redudency", and will involve a cross-over plot with Jason Bourne vs. James Bond vs. Jason Statham's "Transporter" character. It will be directed by Uwe Boll.

[The Englishman]

Originally Posted by The Chris

I wonder if they'll use any of the titles of the newer bourne books or make up their own. Also I hope Gilroy is still involved in some capacity.

And what are those????

[Symbiote666]

I thought Damon WAS signed for a fourth?

[bunk]

If they come up with a good story, than why the hell not. I don't see any reason why the series should be limited to only one story arc. I like the idea of seeing a completely self aware Bourne who has accepted who he is and can focus his attention on other things. As long as he doesn't start working for the CIA and remains independent, there's great potential for something new.

[tamron]

Originally Posted by Hunter Rider

Marshall:Bourne on the Fourth." I actually want to do that. Call it that and release the movie on the fourth.

I sincerely hope he was joking. That would be a horrendously bad title. Keep the title in line with the rest. Something like The Bourne Conspiracy, Strategy, Deception, or Conundrum. But Bourne on the Fourth?

After reading the synopsis on Wikipedia, the general plot of The Parsifal Mosaic could work. Especially if they were to plug Julia Stiles' Nicky into the female double agent role. However, it also could come off as a somewhat of a rip-off of Casino Royale if done poorly.

[Doctor Jones]

Don't freaking do another one. It will ruin the one of the best endings of all time and the best third film of all time. When the hell was the last time all three films were great?

[TheVileOne]

http://forums.superherohype.com/show...=Bourne+Legacy

Hey I already started this thread. Time for a merge.

Doctor Jones. Try telling that to Hollywood. You are telling them to stop after the last movie made almost half a billion dollars worldwide? This is basically a billion dollar franchise for Universal. They aren't going to just stop. Greengrass and Damon have basically said they'd be open to do more. And if either left, then bing bang boom they get a new director and they would replace Damon, just as Sean Connery was replaced as Bond.