It’s been nine long years since we’ve seenMatt Damonin action as Jason Bourne, in the 2007 filmThe Bourne Ultimatum. In the years that followed, the actor claimed he wouldn’t return to the franchise unless directorPaul Greengrasswas at the helm, and they could find a story they both wanted to make. Evidently that happened. This summer, the iconic spy is back inJason Bourne, which hits theaters July 29. To get fans ready for tthis pulse-pounding sequel, a new featurette has arrived, going behind-the-scenes withMatt DamonandPaul Greengrass.
Matt Damonreturns to his most iconic role inBourne 5.Paul Greengrass, the director ofThe Bourne SupremacyandThe Bourne Ultimatum, once again joinsDamonfor the next chapter of Universal Pictures’Bourne franchise, which finds the CIA’s most lethal former operative drawn out of the shadows. ForJason Bourne,Damonis joined byAlicia Vikander,Vincent CasselandTommy Lee Jones.Julia Stilesis back to reprise her role in the series. While we don’t see much ofMatt Damon’s co-stars in this preview from theUniversal Pictures YouTubepage, we do get some insight into the story.
Matt Damonsays the first question he’s always asked when he meets fans on the street is if he’s ever going to make anotherJason Bournemovie. He admits that he doesn’t mind being “followed around” byJason Bourne, because he enjoys making these movie so much. The actor also says that this movie finds the title character “in a really dark place,” as he’s been essentially beating up other people in brawls to cope with all the thoughts in his head. We get some footage of theseunderground street fights.Paul Greengrassalso adds that there is a reason the CIA wants him to come back, although that reason isn’t ultimately clear at this point.
Matt Damon adds thatJason Bournewill finally get all the questions he’s been seeking about his identity. While this iconic character does remember everything about his past, it’s teased that he still doesn’t know the whole story.Matt Damonteases that its the biggest Bourne movie they’ve ever done. We also get a glimpse at some of the footage shot in Las Vegas, which is just one of the many international locales the production used, such as Greece and other locations all throughout Europe.
Frank Marshallagain produces alongsideJeffrey Weinerfor Captivate Entertainment, withGreengrass,Damon,Gregory GoodmanandBen Smithalso producing. Based on characters created byRobert Ludlum, the film is written byGreengrassandChristopher Rouse.Jason Bournewill hit theaters onJuly 29, going up against STX Entertainment’sBad Moms. Take a look at this new behind-the-scenes preview fromJason Bournebelow, and stay tuned for more on this action-packed thriller.
