With Love, the new action movie from Universal and 87North starring Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan, will be released in theaters on Feb. 7, 2025.
87North has been behind such Uni action movies as Nobody, Violent Night, Atomic Blonde and this summer’s The Fall Guy which won over SXSW audiences in its world premiere on Tuesday night as well as scoring 92% on Rotten Tomatoes with critics.
With Love is produced by 87North’s Kelly McCormick and David Leitch, and it’s written by Josh Stoddard, Luke Passmore, and Matthew Murray. Guy Danella (Violent Night) is also producing for 87North. The pic reps the feature directorial debut of veteran stunt coordinator and fight coordinator Jonathan Eusebio, whose credits include Black Panther, The Avengers, the John Wick films, The Matrix Resurrections, Violent Night, Deadpool 2, The Fate of the Furious, Doctor Strange,...
87North has been behind such Uni action movies as Nobody, Violent Night, Atomic Blonde and this summer’s The Fall Guy which won over SXSW audiences in its world premiere on Tuesday night as well as scoring 92% on Rotten Tomatoes with critics.
With Love is produced by 87North’s Kelly McCormick and David Leitch, and it’s written by Josh Stoddard, Luke Passmore, and Matthew Murray. Guy Danella (Violent Night) is also producing for 87North. The pic reps the feature directorial debut of veteran stunt coordinator and fight coordinator Jonathan Eusebio, whose credits include Black Panther, The Avengers, the John Wick films, The Matrix Resurrections, Violent Night, Deadpool 2, The Fate of the Furious, Doctor Strange,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Bourne's world blends implausible action with realism, sharp cynicism, and a focus on modern spy tech. Intelligent scripts and well-developed characters are essential for movies like Jason Bourne. The best movies like Jason Bourne blend intriguing characters with intense, gritty fight scenes.
While Matt Damon's action hero was able to establish himself as a unique protagonist in the spy genre, there are other movies like Jason Bourne movies that capture the same thrilling and intelligent feel. There have been four Jason Bourne movies to date, along with spinoff The Bourne Legacy and the short-lived TV show Treadstone. While these entries range in quality, the hallmarks of the franchise have been established with a grounded and visceral examination of the modern spy world paired with intense action sequences courtesy of the titular hero whose strategic thinking is matched by his fighting skills.
Bourne’s world balanced the implausible with realism,...
While Matt Damon's action hero was able to establish himself as a unique protagonist in the spy genre, there are other movies like Jason Bourne movies that capture the same thrilling and intelligent feel. There have been four Jason Bourne movies to date, along with spinoff The Bourne Legacy and the short-lived TV show Treadstone. While these entries range in quality, the hallmarks of the franchise have been established with a grounded and visceral examination of the modern spy world paired with intense action sequences courtesy of the titular hero whose strategic thinking is matched by his fighting skills.
Bourne’s world balanced the implausible with realism,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Colin McCormick, Anthony Fertino
- ScreenRant.com
One year after unveiling the ambitious project at Hong Kong’s Filmart project market, Philippine broadcaster-turned-content-producer Abs-cbn has started production on the crime thriller series The Bagman. The show began shooting in Manila on Feb. 25, according to the producers, and the project will be shopped to regional buyers at this year’s Filmart, which begins Monday.
The Bagman is a high-end TV spinoff of Abs-cbn’s popular streaming series Bagman, which ran for two seasons beginning in 2019 and was picked up by Netflix. Filipino actor Arjo Atayde (The General’s Daughter) is reprising his lead role as Benjo Malaya from the original show. John Arcilla (On the Job 2: The Missing 8, The Bourne Legacy) and Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo (Mindanao) also star.
The spinoff is said to have a significantly bigger budget, with ambitions to reach an audience beyond the Philippines. Abs-cbn’s producing partners on the title include Dreamscape Entertainment, Nathan Studios and Rein Entertainment.
The Bagman is a high-end TV spinoff of Abs-cbn’s popular streaming series Bagman, which ran for two seasons beginning in 2019 and was picked up by Netflix. Filipino actor Arjo Atayde (The General’s Daughter) is reprising his lead role as Benjo Malaya from the original show. John Arcilla (On the Job 2: The Missing 8, The Bourne Legacy) and Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo (Mindanao) also star.
The spinoff is said to have a significantly bigger budget, with ambitions to reach an audience beyond the Philippines. Abs-cbn’s producing partners on the title include Dreamscape Entertainment, Nathan Studios and Rein Entertainment.
- 3/8/2024
- by Patrick Brzeski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hawkeye star Jeremy Renner is game and ready to reprise his role as Aaron Cross in The Bourne Legacy sequel if it ever gets the green light. The movie was notoriously known for underperforming at the box office, and it also did not help that reviews from fans and critics were less-than-stellar.
Jeremy Renner in The Bourne Legacy
Matt Damon, who starred in the original trilogy, chose not to reprise his role as the titular character in 2012’s The Bourne Legacy for the reason that director Paul Greengrass was not at the helm.
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Jeremy Renner Wants To Make Another Bourne Legacy Movie
During his interview with Collider, actor Jeremy Renner shared what he loved about filming for The Bourne Legacy. Apart from the complexity of his character and the...
Jeremy Renner in The Bourne Legacy
Matt Damon, who starred in the original trilogy, chose not to reprise his role as the titular character in 2012’s The Bourne Legacy for the reason that director Paul Greengrass was not at the helm.
Suggested“They can try to stake me out”: Why Matt Damon is Paparazzi’s Worst Nightmare Unlike Bff Ben Affleck
Jeremy Renner Wants To Make Another Bourne Legacy Movie
During his interview with Collider, actor Jeremy Renner shared what he loved about filming for The Bourne Legacy. Apart from the complexity of his character and the...
- 3/3/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Matt Damon is Hollywood’s nice guy yet the actor is absolutely incredible when it comes to action movies. Starring in one of the most popular action franchises of all time, the Bourne movie series, the actor’s portrayal of an action hero is as good as it can get.
Matt Damon (on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)
A tale of resilience and fragility, Damon’s portrayal of the enigmatic spy, especially in the last movie Jason Bourne, has made him a cinematic legend. Yet the movie turned out to be his personal hell, even more so since the last Bourne entry starring Marvel star Jeremy Renner nearly killed the entire $1.6 billion franchise, making it all the more difficult for the then 45-year ord actor.
How Jason Bourne Became Matt Damon’s Personal Hell
Matt Damon in and as Jason Bourne
Matt Damon is now in his 50s yet...
Matt Damon (on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)
A tale of resilience and fragility, Damon’s portrayal of the enigmatic spy, especially in the last movie Jason Bourne, has made him a cinematic legend. Yet the movie turned out to be his personal hell, even more so since the last Bourne entry starring Marvel star Jeremy Renner nearly killed the entire $1.6 billion franchise, making it all the more difficult for the then 45-year ord actor.
How Jason Bourne Became Matt Damon’s Personal Hell
Matt Damon in and as Jason Bourne
Matt Damon is now in his 50s yet...
- 2/24/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Matt Damon's recent interview suggests he is open to returning to the Jason Bourne franchise, breaking his previous condition about the director. Damon's willingness to work with a new director shows his belief that the franchise can benefit from fresh ideas and a different approach. Damon's return is good news for fans as they will get to see the development of Jason Bourne's story, and his box office success could potentially help the franchise reach new heights.
Matt Damon's recent TV interview with Stephen Colbert suggests he would be willing to break his biggest condition to return to the Jason Bourne franchise. In November 2023, eight years after the last film came out, a sixth Bourne movie was announced to be in development, which triggered speculation about Damon's involvement in the film. Even though there isn't much information about Bourne 6's possible plot or cast, recent declarations by the 53-year-old...
Matt Damon's recent TV interview with Stephen Colbert suggests he would be willing to break his biggest condition to return to the Jason Bourne franchise. In November 2023, eight years after the last film came out, a sixth Bourne movie was announced to be in development, which triggered speculation about Damon's involvement in the film. Even though there isn't much information about Bourne 6's possible plot or cast, recent declarations by the 53-year-old...
- 2/18/2024
- by Francisco Bacigalupo
- ScreenRant.com
The name’s Bourne, Jason Bourne, and his most famous portrayer, Matt Damon is extremely “anxious” about the sixth installment of the franchise — and he might not even be in it!
While Matt Damon doesn’t have much to offer in terms of what the next Bourne script may look like, he did note that its planned director Edward Berger “had an idea.” He added, “I would love to work with him! So he’s working on it, so I’m looking, I’m as anxious as you are to see if this thing – I hope it’s great, and that we can do it.” It should be noted that Matt Damon is not formally attached to return as Jason Bourne for any further entries in the action franchise, although his level of excitement does show he would be down to play the character for a fourth time. He might...
While Matt Damon doesn’t have much to offer in terms of what the next Bourne script may look like, he did note that its planned director Edward Berger “had an idea.” He added, “I would love to work with him! So he’s working on it, so I’m looking, I’m as anxious as you are to see if this thing – I hope it’s great, and that we can do it.” It should be noted that Matt Damon is not formally attached to return as Jason Bourne for any further entries in the action franchise, although his level of excitement does show he would be down to play the character for a fourth time. He might...
- 2/16/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Matt Damon has been featured in numerous movies, collaborating with various directors over his Hollywood career. From Steven Spielberg to Ridley Scott, Damon has a wealth of stories from his experiences in the industry.
A still from The Bourne Identity
Nevertheless, he became a big name thanks to the Bourne series. While it has been a while since he was a part of the franchise, it appears as though he recently teased a return as Jason Bourne. This is something that will certainly excite fans in a big way.
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The Jason Bourne film series follows the story of Jason Bourne, a CIA assassin suffering from dissociative amnesia. Matt Damon...
A still from The Bourne Identity
Nevertheless, he became a big name thanks to the Bourne series. While it has been a while since he was a part of the franchise, it appears as though he recently teased a return as Jason Bourne. This is something that will certainly excite fans in a big way.
Suggested“I’m not getting any younger”: Matt Damon is Ready to Pass the Baton for Jason Bourne Despite Failed Attempt With Jeremy Renner in the Past How Many Jason Bourne Films Are There? A scene from The Bourne Ultimatum
The Jason Bourne film series follows the story of Jason Bourne, a CIA assassin suffering from dissociative amnesia. Matt Damon...
- 2/15/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Matt Damon praises director Edward Berger, expressing his desire to work with him on the next Bourne film. Damon suggests that he may return for one more Bourne adventure if the project with Berger pans out. However, Damon hints that at some point someone else will need to take over the franchise, as he acknowledges he is getting older.
Matt Damon has heaped praise on the next Jason Bourne director Edward Berger...while remaining tight-lipped over whether he will return. During a recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Damon described Berger’s most recent movie, the Academy Award-winning All Quiet on the Western Front, as “fantastic” and says he would “love to work with him.” All of which certainly suggests that Damon will return for one more Bourne adventure...
“There is a great director named Edward Berger. [‘All Quiet on the Western Front’] is a fantastic film,...
Matt Damon has heaped praise on the next Jason Bourne director Edward Berger...while remaining tight-lipped over whether he will return. During a recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Damon described Berger’s most recent movie, the Academy Award-winning All Quiet on the Western Front, as “fantastic” and says he would “love to work with him.” All of which certainly suggests that Damon will return for one more Bourne adventure...
“There is a great director named Edward Berger. [‘All Quiet on the Western Front’] is a fantastic film,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Jonathan Fuge
- MovieWeb
Yes, it is true. Edward Berger, the director of All Quiet on the Western Front & Jack, is in talks to direct a new flick about super spy Jason Bourne. The upcoming film would be the latest entry in the successful Bourne franchise, which has brought in over $1.6 billion at the box office through five films (four of which starred Matt Damon). Jeremy Renner played Aaron Cross in the fourth Bourne film, which brought in $276 million despite receiving mixed reviews.
Many fans were therefore left to speculate as to whether the Mystic Pizza star would return to Universal Pictures’ acclaimed action franchise. During his recent visit to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Damon, 53, declined to confirm his presence in the next Bourne flick when the host brought up the topic. However, the actor did sense that “someone is going to need to take it over” eventually.
Matt Damon in and as Jason Bourne
Still,...
Many fans were therefore left to speculate as to whether the Mystic Pizza star would return to Universal Pictures’ acclaimed action franchise. During his recent visit to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Damon, 53, declined to confirm his presence in the next Bourne flick when the host brought up the topic. However, the actor did sense that “someone is going to need to take it over” eventually.
Matt Damon in and as Jason Bourne
Still,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Praising All Quiet On The Western Front director Edward Berger, Matt Damon has teased a possible return as Jason Bourne. “I hope it’s great and that we can do it.”
In November, news emerged that a sixth Bourne film was in development, and that Edward Berger, who broke through with his Oscar-winning war film All Quiet On The Western Front, would direct.
At the time, it wasn’t clear whether or not Matt Damon would return to the title role, though the thinking was that he’d make a decision based on whether there was a story or script he’d happy to participate in.
Speaking on an edition of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (as spotted by World Of Reel), however, Damon appeared to be the bearer of good news. Praising Berger’s skill as a filmmaker, he said that the director had “an idea” for another Bourne film.
In November, news emerged that a sixth Bourne film was in development, and that Edward Berger, who broke through with his Oscar-winning war film All Quiet On The Western Front, would direct.
At the time, it wasn’t clear whether or not Matt Damon would return to the title role, though the thinking was that he’d make a decision based on whether there was a story or script he’d happy to participate in.
Speaking on an edition of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (as spotted by World Of Reel), however, Damon appeared to be the bearer of good news. Praising Berger’s skill as a filmmaker, he said that the director had “an idea” for another Bourne film.
- 2/15/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Matt Damon was in a chatty mood during Tuesday’s appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, updating that a sixth Jason Bourne film is in the works.
Damon said he didn’t have any details to share about a Bourne 6. However, he mentioned that All Quiet on the Western Front director Edward Berger “had an idea” for the Bourne film and is currently working on it.
The Jason Bourne franchise has had five films. Of those, only The Bourne Legacy has strayed from the Jason Bourne-focused narratives. Its successor, Jason Bourne, brought Damon back.
Damon said he didn’t have any details to share about a Bourne 6. However, he mentioned that All Quiet on the Western Front director Edward Berger “had an idea” for the Bourne film and is currently working on it.
The Jason Bourne franchise has had five films. Of those, only The Bourne Legacy has strayed from the Jason Bourne-focused narratives. Its successor, Jason Bourne, brought Damon back.
- 2/15/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
When news broke last November that Universal Pictures was developing a sixth Bourne movie with “All Quiet on the Western Front” director Edward Berger, fans were left wondering if Matt Damon would be returning to his iconic action franchise. The Bourne series, which includes four films headlined by Damon and one by Jeremy Renner, has earned $1.6 billion worldwide. Damon’s last outing was 2016’s “Jason Bourne.”
Damon made a recent appearance on “The Late Show” and stopped short of confirming he’ll star in the new Bourne movie when the topic was brought up by host Stephen Colbert. However, the actor showered incoming Bourne director Edward Berger with praise and sounded hopeful about appearing in the film. Berger had a career breakthrough in 2022 with his Netflix adaptation of “All Quiet on the Western Front,” which earned nine Oscar nominations, including best picture, and won for international feature and three more prizes.
Damon made a recent appearance on “The Late Show” and stopped short of confirming he’ll star in the new Bourne movie when the topic was brought up by host Stephen Colbert. However, the actor showered incoming Bourne director Edward Berger with praise and sounded hopeful about appearing in the film. Berger had a career breakthrough in 2022 with his Netflix adaptation of “All Quiet on the Western Front,” which earned nine Oscar nominations, including best picture, and won for international feature and three more prizes.
- 2/14/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Matt Damon's uncertain return could cause serious problems for the development of Bourne 6. The Bourne franchise has had its ups and downs, with Damon leaving temporarily due to screenplay issues. Matt Damon's participation is crucial for the success of the Bourne movies, as his presence has consistently performed well at the box office.
In November 2023, it was confirmed that a sixth Jason Bourne movie was officially in development, however, considering the fact that star Matt Damon is still on the fence about returning, Bourne 6 could have some serious problems. The Bourne franchise is a series of action movies based on books by author Robert Ludlum. The story follows Jason Bourne, an amnesiac man who slowly starts to discover that he is a CIA assassin. At this point, there are five Bourne movies in the franchise: The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum, The Bourne Legacy, and Jason Bourne.
In November 2023, it was confirmed that a sixth Jason Bourne movie was officially in development, however, considering the fact that star Matt Damon is still on the fence about returning, Bourne 6 could have some serious problems. The Bourne franchise is a series of action movies based on books by author Robert Ludlum. The story follows Jason Bourne, an amnesiac man who slowly starts to discover that he is a CIA assassin. At this point, there are five Bourne movies in the franchise: The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum, The Bourne Legacy, and Jason Bourne.
- 1/15/2024
- by Megan Hemenway
- ScreenRant.com
Director Justin Lin known for his work on the Fast and Furious franchise, revealed the reason behind 2012's The Bourne Legacy never getting a sequel, despite the potential film having been in development.
Lin discussed the process of being hired by Universal Studios in order to direct the sequel alongside Andrew Baldwin as screenwriter. Lin confirmed that Bourne Legacy star Jeremy Renner was on board for the sequel and the two widely worked on discussions surrounding Renner's character Aaron Cross, before learning that Matt Damon had decided to return to his role as Jason Bourne in the film that would eventually be released in 2016.
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Speaking to Happy Confused Sad podcast, Lin stated, "It was after I left for Fast 6...
Lin discussed the process of being hired by Universal Studios in order to direct the sequel alongside Andrew Baldwin as screenwriter. Lin confirmed that Bourne Legacy star Jeremy Renner was on board for the sequel and the two widely worked on discussions surrounding Renner's character Aaron Cross, before learning that Matt Damon had decided to return to his role as Jason Bourne in the film that would eventually be released in 2016.
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Speaking to Happy Confused Sad podcast, Lin stated, "It was after I left for Fast 6...
- 1/14/2024
- by Garnet Phillip Tashinga
- Comic Book Resources
The last three Bourne projects have received negative reviews, potentially jeopardizing the franchise's success. The first three Bourne films were critically acclaimed, but the series has been declining since 2012. Bourne 6 must turn the tide and return to the formula that made the series successful to save the franchise.
The Bourne franchise is adding another movie to its collection more than eight years after the last Matt Damon-led project (and four years since the television series). But the upcoming installment will undoubtedly feel the pressure to avoid continuing a bleak 12-year streak in the series. Universal Pictures announced in late 2023 that a sixth Bourne film is officially in development with Edward Berger, known for helming All Quiet on the Western Front, set to direct the feature. Reports claim that negotiations between Universal and Damon are underway for the actor to reprise his role in the upcoming project, but his involvement...
The Bourne franchise is adding another movie to its collection more than eight years after the last Matt Damon-led project (and four years since the television series). But the upcoming installment will undoubtedly feel the pressure to avoid continuing a bleak 12-year streak in the series. Universal Pictures announced in late 2023 that a sixth Bourne film is officially in development with Edward Berger, known for helming All Quiet on the Western Front, set to direct the feature. Reports claim that negotiations between Universal and Damon are underway for the actor to reprise his role in the upcoming project, but his involvement...
- 1/13/2024
- by Sarah Little
- ScreenRant.com
The Bourne Legacy was supposed to have a sequel, but Matt Damon's decision to return as Jason Bourne prevented Jeremy Renner's return. Director Justin Lin had been working on a sequel to The Bourne Legacy, but Damon and director Paul Greengrass decided to come back to the franchise. Despite Damon's return to the franchise, it is unlikely that Renner's character will return for a second film, even though Damon is being considered for another legacy sequel.
The Bourne Legacy seemed to be the start of a new chapter in the movie franchise based on the character created by author Robert Ludlum, but a planned sequel never happened. Starring Jeremy Renner, the movie arrived a decade after Matt Damon brought Jason Bourne to cinemas in The Bourne Supremacy, and introduced Renner as new franchise lead Aaron Cross. Now director Justin Lin has explained how Damon’s decision to...
The Bourne Legacy seemed to be the start of a new chapter in the movie franchise based on the character created by author Robert Ludlum, but a planned sequel never happened. Starring Jeremy Renner, the movie arrived a decade after Matt Damon brought Jason Bourne to cinemas in The Bourne Supremacy, and introduced Renner as new franchise lead Aaron Cross. Now director Justin Lin has explained how Damon’s decision to...
- 1/10/2024
- by Anthony Lund
- MovieWeb
Tony Gilroy's The Bourne Legacy introduced a new franchise protagonist with Aaron Cross, played by Jeremy Renner. Director Justin Lin reveals that he was in development on a sequel to the film with Renner, but Matt Damon's decision to reunite with Paul Greengrass for 2016's Jason Bourne essentially killed the project. Although The Bourne Legacy's reviews were mixed, the film introduces new elements and characters that would have been interesting to explore in a sequel.
The Bourne Legacy sequel never got made, and attached director Justin Lin now reveals why the Jeremy Renner project didn't work out. Matt Damon first breathed life into author Robert Ludlum's titular character in 2002's The Bourne Legacy, with two direct sequels following in 2004 and 2007. Before Damon returned once more in 2016's Jason Bourne, The Bourne Legacy in 2012 attempted to take the franchise in a new direction, introducing Renner's new protagonist,...
The Bourne Legacy sequel never got made, and attached director Justin Lin now reveals why the Jeremy Renner project didn't work out. Matt Damon first breathed life into author Robert Ludlum's titular character in 2002's The Bourne Legacy, with two direct sequels following in 2004 and 2007. Before Damon returned once more in 2016's Jason Bourne, The Bourne Legacy in 2012 attempted to take the franchise in a new direction, introducing Renner's new protagonist,...
- 1/9/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
Everyone loves a good what-if, right? Let’s go back down memory lane for a second. Once upon a time, Matt Damon and director Paul Greengrass abandoned the ‘Jason Bourne,’ franchise after being unable to nail a 4th ‘Jason Bourne’ script (they tried). In the gap, original ‘Bourne’ writer Tony Gilroy was asked to pitch a take, and that eventually became “The Bourne Legacy” (2012), which he directed starring Jeremy Renner as Aaron Cross, another Treadstone-like agent out there in the greater ‘Jason Bourne’ universe.
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Continue reading Justin Lin Says His Unmade ‘Bourne 5’ With Jeremy Renner Likely Wouldn’t Have Featured Matt Damon at The Playlist.
- 1/8/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
Universal announced a sixth Bourne film for 2023, but details about the story and cast are unknown. Matt Damon's return is desired but not confirmed, while negotiations are assumed to be underway. Director Edward Berger is set to helm the sequel, known for his work on All Quiet on the Western Front. The potential appearances of characters from previous films remain a mystery. Characters like Aaron Cross, Heather Lee, Pamela Landy, Dr. Marta Shearing, and Eric Byer could appear in Bourne 6, creating interesting storylines and tying loose ends.
The Bourne franchise is expanding with a sixth film, as confirmed by Universal Pictures in 2023. Details surrounding the upcoming movie are unknown, including the story and cast. Reports claim that Universal wants Matt Damon to reprise his role as the titular character in the film series. But his return has yet to be confirmed, and negotiations with the actor are assumingly underway.
The Bourne franchise is expanding with a sixth film, as confirmed by Universal Pictures in 2023. Details surrounding the upcoming movie are unknown, including the story and cast. Reports claim that Universal wants Matt Damon to reprise his role as the titular character in the film series. But his return has yet to be confirmed, and negotiations with the actor are assumingly underway.
- 1/8/2024
- by Sarah Little
- ScreenRant.com
Jeremy Renner returns to filming one year after his snowplow accident, starting with Mayor of Kingstown season 3. Renner shared an image on Instagram with co-star Emma Laird, confirming his return to the project. The actor kept fans updated on his progress as he recovered from the accident, and is still updating the world with what he's up to.
Jeremy Renner is back to filming a year after his snowplow accident, starting off with Mayor of Kingstown season 3. The actor was crushed by a snowplow on January 1, 2023, breaking over 30 bones and going through months of physical therapy. Since then, he has kept the world updated on his progress as he's healed from the accident.
Now, Entertainment Weekly reports Renner posted to his Instagram story, confirming he would be returning to filming with Mayor of Kingstown season 3. The actor posted an image of him and co-star Emma Laird with the caption, "It's happening,...
Jeremy Renner is back to filming a year after his snowplow accident, starting off with Mayor of Kingstown season 3. The actor was crushed by a snowplow on January 1, 2023, breaking over 30 bones and going through months of physical therapy. Since then, he has kept the world updated on his progress as he's healed from the accident.
Now, Entertainment Weekly reports Renner posted to his Instagram story, confirming he would be returning to filming with Mayor of Kingstown season 3. The actor posted an image of him and co-star Emma Laird with the caption, "It's happening,...
- 12/29/2023
- by Nick Bythrow
- ScreenRant.com
Jennifer Fox, the Oscar-nominated film producer (Michael Clayton), will produce the next Governors Awards ceremony for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy president Janet Yang announced Wednesday. It will be Fox’s fifth time overseeing the event, following the 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th editions.
The 14th Governors Awards will take place on Jan. 9 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood. Honorary Awards will be presented to Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks and film editor Carol Littleton, and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to the Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter.
“Producing the Academy’s Governors Awards for the fifth time and helping kick off another Oscar season is an absolute honor,” Fox said in a statement. “I’m looking forward to a memorable night paying tribute to this year’s exceptional honorees.”
Yang stated, “We are delighted to welcome Jennifer back as our producer for the Governors Awards.
The 14th Governors Awards will take place on Jan. 9 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood. Honorary Awards will be presented to Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks and film editor Carol Littleton, and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to the Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter.
“Producing the Academy’s Governors Awards for the fifth time and helping kick off another Oscar season is an absolute honor,” Fox said in a statement. “I’m looking forward to a memorable night paying tribute to this year’s exceptional honorees.”
Yang stated, “We are delighted to welcome Jennifer back as our producer for the Governors Awards.
- 12/13/2023
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Universal Pictures confirms that the sixth installment of the Bourne film series is in development. Matt Damon is in talks to reprise his role as Jason Bourne, and his involvement could be crucial in the franchise reaching the $2 billion mark at the box office. The franchise has already made $1.637 billion from the first five movies, and if Jason Bourne 6 earns around $400 million, it will surpass the $2 billion milestone.
The Bourne franchise will continue with a sixth film following the release of Jason Bourne in 2016, and the future movie has the chance to achieve a massive milestone for the series. Rumors surrounding the possibility of a sixth film have been alive and well since Matt Damon last played the titular character on the big screen. However, Universal Pictures confirmed that the project was officially in development in late 2023. So far, not much is known about the upcoming movie except that it...
The Bourne franchise will continue with a sixth film following the release of Jason Bourne in 2016, and the future movie has the chance to achieve a massive milestone for the series. Rumors surrounding the possibility of a sixth film have been alive and well since Matt Damon last played the titular character on the big screen. However, Universal Pictures confirmed that the project was officially in development in late 2023. So far, not much is known about the upcoming movie except that it...
- 12/10/2023
- by Sarah Little
- ScreenRant.com
Hollywood loves a franchise. Soon, our nostalgia obsessed monoculture will be treated to a "Harry Potter" reboot series and a definitely necessary "Twilight" revival. Now, we've learned that a new Jason Bourne movie is on the way from "All Quiet on the Western Front" director Edward Berger. As it stands, Berger is the only one attached to the project and it's still very early days. But the news of a potential new Bourne movie should be exciting for fans of the franchise and action movies in general. Either that, or they'll be dismayed that Universal is churning out yet another installment after 2016's disappointing "Jason Bourne" and 2012's exquisitely forgettable "The Bourne Legacy."
The Bourne movies are a great example of a studio squeezing every bit of life out of a franchise it possibly can. After "The Bourne Identity" successfully adapted Robert Ludlum's novels to the big screen, we...
The Bourne movies are a great example of a studio squeezing every bit of life out of a franchise it possibly can. After "The Bourne Identity" successfully adapted Robert Ludlum's novels to the big screen, we...
- 12/4/2023
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Exclusive: Vertical has acquired North American rights for Lola, written, directed by, and starring Nicola Peltz Beckham (Transformers: Age of Extinction). Marking Peltz Beckham’s directorial debut, the film also stars Virginia Madsen (Sideways), Trevor Long (Ozark), Luke David Blumm (Where the Crawdads Sing), Raven Goodwin (Smilf), Richie Merritt (Euphoria), and Will Peltz (The List).
Vertical has slated the film for a day & date release on February 9, 2024.
Set in 2002 Middle America, Lola revolves around nineteen-year-old Lola James (Peltz Beckham) who is desperately working to save enough money to get her little brother, Arlo (Luke David Blumm), out of their toxic home dominated by their mother, Mona (Madsen). All Lola wants is for Arlo to have a chance at the life she never had, nor will. One tragic night her whole world gets uprooted, and from that moment on, nothing will ever be the same.
Filmmaker and star Peltz Beckham stated,...
Vertical has slated the film for a day & date release on February 9, 2024.
Set in 2002 Middle America, Lola revolves around nineteen-year-old Lola James (Peltz Beckham) who is desperately working to save enough money to get her little brother, Arlo (Luke David Blumm), out of their toxic home dominated by their mother, Mona (Madsen). All Lola wants is for Arlo to have a chance at the life she never had, nor will. One tragic night her whole world gets uprooted, and from that moment on, nothing will ever be the same.
Filmmaker and star Peltz Beckham stated,...
- 12/1/2023
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s an interesting month ahead on Hulu, as the streamer rolls out some of the series it’s been keeping in its back pocket for the holiday season.
On December 15, the first season of Such Brave Girls will arrive. The sitcom follows a dysfunctional family – and we mean dysfunctional! – that includes real-life sisters Kat Sadler and Lizzie Davidson. British comedian Sadler has previously written for The News Quiz, Hypothetical, and Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable, but this is her first big TV project. “Everything we joke about in the show is from a place of lived experience,” she told Funny Women. “I wish I could say this is a heart-warming show about overcoming trauma, but that would be a lie. It’s about three toxic, damaged egomaniacs manipulating the world and each other for their own personal gain, vengeance and glory…just like in Little Women.” Sounds good!
Later in the month,...
On December 15, the first season of Such Brave Girls will arrive. The sitcom follows a dysfunctional family – and we mean dysfunctional! – that includes real-life sisters Kat Sadler and Lizzie Davidson. British comedian Sadler has previously written for The News Quiz, Hypothetical, and Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable, but this is her first big TV project. “Everything we joke about in the show is from a place of lived experience,” she told Funny Women. “I wish I could say this is a heart-warming show about overcoming trauma, but that would be a lie. It’s about three toxic, damaged egomaniacs manipulating the world and each other for their own personal gain, vengeance and glory…just like in Little Women.” Sounds good!
Later in the month,...
- 12/1/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
Make yourself at home for the holidays with Hulu! The streamer is heading into the final month of the year with a wide variety of new and classic movies, series from around the globe, anime subs and dubs, documentaries, and much more to binge your way through your vacation days.
Plus, Hulu is making your travel plans easier, be it domestic with the premiere of the Original documentary “We Live Here: The Midwest” or internationally with final season of Canada’s “Letterkenny” and the United States premiere of the A24 Brit-com “Such Brave Girls.”
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- 11/29/2023
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
The Philippines’ Abs-cbn is to launch its new series “The Bagman” at next month’s Atf market in Singapore. Series star Arjo Atayde will attend as part of the promotional team.
“The Bagman” is a spin-off from the original, locally-produced digital series “Bagman” that was aimed at the Filipino audience. The new series is intended as an international co-production. The Philippines companies already on board include Abs-cbn International Productions, Nathan Studios, Rein Entertainment and Dreamscape Entertainment.
The original digital series, “Bagman 1 and 2,” which sold to Netflix Philippines, follows the story of Benjo Malaya, a neighborhood barber who landed a job as the governor’s henchman and gets caught up in a dangerous web of crime, corruption, and political turmoil.
In the new “The Bagman” series Malaya, now a convicted prisoner and former governor, learns tragic news about his missing family. He is left with no choice but to return to...
“The Bagman” is a spin-off from the original, locally-produced digital series “Bagman” that was aimed at the Filipino audience. The new series is intended as an international co-production. The Philippines companies already on board include Abs-cbn International Productions, Nathan Studios, Rein Entertainment and Dreamscape Entertainment.
The original digital series, “Bagman 1 and 2,” which sold to Netflix Philippines, follows the story of Benjo Malaya, a neighborhood barber who landed a job as the governor’s henchman and gets caught up in a dangerous web of crime, corruption, and political turmoil.
In the new “The Bagman” series Malaya, now a convicted prisoner and former governor, learns tragic news about his missing family. He is left with no choice but to return to...
- 11/27/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Matt Damon's potential return is a positive sign for Jason Bourne 6 after the lackluster response to The Bourne Legacy. Director Edward Berger's impressive track record and Oscar wins make him a great fit for the Bourne franchise. A change in director will bring a fresh perspective to the Bourne franchise and could create momentum for Jason Bourne 6.
The newly announced sixth installment of the Jason Bourne franchise is even more exciting based on who's in talks to be in the director's chair. Jason Bourne has become one of the most prominent figures in fictional action movies with an appreciation for espionage and realistic combat sequences. After a successful and critically acclaimed movie trilogy was made from 2001 to 2007 starring Matt Damon, the franchise has had some difficulty figuring out how to expand the world of Jason Bourne further.
Matt Damon might star in Jason Bourne 6, which would be an...
The newly announced sixth installment of the Jason Bourne franchise is even more exciting based on who's in talks to be in the director's chair. Jason Bourne has become one of the most prominent figures in fictional action movies with an appreciation for espionage and realistic combat sequences. After a successful and critically acclaimed movie trilogy was made from 2001 to 2007 starring Matt Damon, the franchise has had some difficulty figuring out how to expand the world of Jason Bourne further.
Matt Damon might star in Jason Bourne 6, which would be an...
- 11/26/2023
- by Greg MacArthur
- ScreenRant.com
We’re nearing the end of 2023, and with it comes the holidays and time with the family, so why not check out what’s going to be available on Hulu in December that you’ll be able to watch together? When it comes to Hulu Originals, there’s Culprits and a dubbed version of Moving as well as the final season of Letterkenny. Also available this month (but this month only) are The Matrix and Bourne films. And you’ll want to see which holiday movies will be leaving the streaming service at the end of the month. Hulu has plenty of titles coming in December 2023. Check out the full list below and all of the titles leaving the platform by December 31. Available This Month on Hulu: December 1 The Eric Andrew Show: Complete Season 6 CoComelon – JJ’s Animal Time: Complete Season 2 One Piece: Complete Season 11 (Subbed) Airheads, 1994 The Bourne Identity,...
- 11/24/2023
- TV Insider
The recently announced sixth Jason Bourne movie has the opportunity to tie up loose ends and reveal the fate of Pamela Landy, Bourne's old ally from the second and third movies. The fourth movie, The Bourne Legacy, left Landy's fate unknown, so the sixth movie can address this unresolved plot. While a sixth Bourne is in development, there is uncertainty whether Matt Damon will return, as he has certain conditions for signing on and may not be interested in reprising the role.
There's one Bourne Legacy character the recently announced sixth Jason Bourne movie needs to revisit - and it's not Jeremy Renner's Aaron Cross. The Bourne Identity was a shot in the arm for spy movies when it debuted in 2002, as the genre had grown stagnant. Bourne was an action hero for a new era, and the movies stripped away the gadgets and gimmicks to tell lean,...
There's one Bourne Legacy character the recently announced sixth Jason Bourne movie needs to revisit - and it's not Jeremy Renner's Aaron Cross. The Bourne Identity was a shot in the arm for spy movies when it debuted in 2002, as the genre had grown stagnant. Bourne was an action hero for a new era, and the movies stripped away the gadgets and gimmicks to tell lean,...
- 11/24/2023
- by Padraig Cotter
- ScreenRant.com
A new movie in the Jason Bourne franchise is reportedly in development, with director Edward Berger in negotiations to take over. Matt Damon will be approached to return as Jason Bourne once a script is finished, but everything must be executed perfectly for him to consider coming back. Edward Berger, the director of All Quiet on the Western Front, is in high demand following the film's success and could bring valuable insight to the Bourne series.
A new movie in the Jason Bourne franchise is reportedly now in development, with All Quiet on the Western Front director Edward Berger now in negotiations to take the reins of the action movie series. According to a report by Deadline, sources have revealed that Universal Pictures is looking to continue the hugely successful franchise, which centers on the amnesiac assassin Jason Bourne, with the studio now working on bringing back star Matt Damon alongside Berger.
A new movie in the Jason Bourne franchise is reportedly now in development, with All Quiet on the Western Front director Edward Berger now in negotiations to take the reins of the action movie series. According to a report by Deadline, sources have revealed that Universal Pictures is looking to continue the hugely successful franchise, which centers on the amnesiac assassin Jason Bourne, with the studio now working on bringing back star Matt Damon alongside Berger.
- 11/21/2023
- by Jonathan Fuge
- MovieWeb
All Quiet On The Western Front’s Edward Berger is in talks to direct Bourne 6, representing something of a coup for the project.
Whilst things are supposedly very much in the developmental stages, it looks like Universal is keen to get the wheels turning once again on another film in the Bourne franchise. According to Deadline, the studio is eager to revive one of its biggest action franchises and is pursuing Edward Berger to develop and direct the film.
Berger helmed All Quiet on the Western Front, the German film that took home gold at this year’s Oscars for Best International Picture. The resounding critical success of his World War I drama likely means that Berger has been presented with plenty of options, though he hasn’t yet committed to anything as far as we know.
If Universal can tempt the German/Austrian filmmaker to helm the next Bourne movie,...
Whilst things are supposedly very much in the developmental stages, it looks like Universal is keen to get the wheels turning once again on another film in the Bourne franchise. According to Deadline, the studio is eager to revive one of its biggest action franchises and is pursuing Edward Berger to develop and direct the film.
Berger helmed All Quiet on the Western Front, the German film that took home gold at this year’s Oscars for Best International Picture. The resounding critical success of his World War I drama likely means that Berger has been presented with plenty of options, though he hasn’t yet committed to anything as far as we know.
If Universal can tempt the German/Austrian filmmaker to helm the next Bourne movie,...
- 11/21/2023
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
You are a celebrated director whose most recent work won four Oscars and rocketed you to the top of every studio's must-meet-with list. So what has :a[All Quiet On The Western Front]{href='https://www.empireonline.com/movies/reviews/all-quiet-on-the-western-front/' } filmmaker Edward Berger (for it is he) chosen as a potential follow-up to such a resounding success? If you had "a new Jason Bourne film" on your bingo card we A) congratulate you and B) wonder where you got your psychic powers, because we're really not sure we saw this one coming.
Yet it's true, at least according to Deadline (and since picked up by other trade sites): Berger is in negotiations to take on the job of developing a new Bourne movie for Universal.
The studio is looking to go back to the Bourne well, which handed it a series of wins via the Doug Liman...
Yet it's true, at least according to Deadline (and since picked up by other trade sites): Berger is in negotiations to take on the job of developing a new Bourne movie for Universal.
The studio is looking to go back to the Bourne well, which handed it a series of wins via the Doug Liman...
- 11/21/2023
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
Edward Berger, known for his work on All Quiet on the Western Front, is in talks to direct the new Jason Bourne movie. Matt Damon is not currently attached to the project, but will be approached to reprise his role as Jason Bourne. The sixth installment of the Bourne series could continue the story from Jason Bourne or explore a different character, depending on Damon's involvement.
A new Jason Bourne movie is reportedly in the works with All Quiet on the Western Front's Edward Berger in talks to direct. Originally based on the books by Robert Ludlum, the action-thriller series has culminated in five feature films – The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum, The Bourne Legacy, and Jason Bourne – as well as a spinoff TV show titled Treadstone. Except for 2012's The Bourne Legacy with Jeremy Renner as Aaron Cross, all the other movies starred Matt Damon as...
A new Jason Bourne movie is reportedly in the works with All Quiet on the Western Front's Edward Berger in talks to direct. Originally based on the books by Robert Ludlum, the action-thriller series has culminated in five feature films – The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum, The Bourne Legacy, and Jason Bourne – as well as a spinoff TV show titled Treadstone. Except for 2012's The Bourne Legacy with Jeremy Renner as Aaron Cross, all the other movies starred Matt Damon as...
- 11/20/2023
- by Adam Bentz
- ScreenRant.com
Jason Bourne will soon be back in action, but it's not yet certain if Matt Damon will be back to reprise the role.
Per Deadline, it's been revealed that Universal Pictures has begun development on a new installment for the Jason Bourne movie series. There's also a director that's already in mind, as Edward Berger, who directed the multiple Oscar-winning film All Quiet on the Western Front, is in talks to direct and oversee development. The project is also said to be in its very early stages, so there's not a completed screenplay at this time, and it's not yet clear who will be penning the script.
Why Matt Damon Disliked Making The Bourne Ultimatum
Berger will be the first talent to be signed on if his deal goes through. Of course, the first question most fans will likely have about the film is if it will be a new...
Per Deadline, it's been revealed that Universal Pictures has begun development on a new installment for the Jason Bourne movie series. There's also a director that's already in mind, as Edward Berger, who directed the multiple Oscar-winning film All Quiet on the Western Front, is in talks to direct and oversee development. The project is also said to be in its very early stages, so there's not a completed screenplay at this time, and it's not yet clear who will be penning the script.
Why Matt Damon Disliked Making The Bourne Ultimatum
Berger will be the first talent to be signed on if his deal goes through. Of course, the first question most fans will likely have about the film is if it will be a new...
- 11/20/2023
- by Jeremy Dick
- Comic Book Resources
As the CIA characters overseeing the office monitors might say, “My god, it’s Jason Bourne!” TheWrap has learned that Universal has begun early development for what would be a sixth movie in the so-called Jason Bourne universe. Edward Berger, whose Netflix-distributed re-adaptation of “All Quiet on the Western Front” received nine Oscar nominations and won four, is in talks to possibly helm the next chapter.
There is no screenplay, nor has Matt Damon officially been approached, but the actor who starred in four of the five previous installments certainly has first right of refusal. Damon starred in “The Bourne Identity” in 2002, launching the ongoing spy franchise and reprising in three sequels. Jeremy Renner took over in “The Bourne Legacy,” a spin-off chapter released in 2012.
The Doug Liman-directed smash earned rave reviews and strong word-of-mouth in the summer of 2002, grossing $214 million worldwide on a $60 million budget. It also...
There is no screenplay, nor has Matt Damon officially been approached, but the actor who starred in four of the five previous installments certainly has first right of refusal. Damon starred in “The Bourne Identity” in 2002, launching the ongoing spy franchise and reprising in three sequels. Jeremy Renner took over in “The Bourne Legacy,” a spin-off chapter released in 2012.
The Doug Liman-directed smash earned rave reviews and strong word-of-mouth in the summer of 2002, grossing $214 million worldwide on a $60 million budget. It also...
- 11/20/2023
- by Scott Mendelson
- The Wrap
Jason Bourne may be born again. Universal is developing a new take on the action franchise, with All Quiet on the Western Front director Edward Berger leading the charge, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
The new Bourne project is in the early stages of development. Matt Damon, who became an action star with the role in the early 2000s, could potentially become involved, but at this stage there is no script, and thus no star commitments. Deadline first reported the news.
Damon played Bourne in a trilogy of films from 2002-07, and then reprised the role 2016’s Jason Bourne. The features, based on the novels of late author Robert Ludlum, centered on a government operative who loses his memory and is hunted by his own country. Jeremy Renner also starred in a spinoff, 2012’s The Bourne Legacy.
Berger was Oscar-nominated for the screenplay for All Quiet on the Western Front,...
The new Bourne project is in the early stages of development. Matt Damon, who became an action star with the role in the early 2000s, could potentially become involved, but at this stage there is no script, and thus no star commitments. Deadline first reported the news.
Damon played Bourne in a trilogy of films from 2002-07, and then reprised the role 2016’s Jason Bourne. The features, based on the novels of late author Robert Ludlum, centered on a government operative who loses his memory and is hunted by his own country. Jeremy Renner also starred in a spinoff, 2012’s The Bourne Legacy.
Berger was Oscar-nominated for the screenplay for All Quiet on the Western Front,...
- 11/20/2023
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Universal is in early development on a new movie about super spy Jason Bourne, with “All Quiet on the Western Front” filmmaker Edward Berger in talks to direct.
The new movie would be the latest installment in the blockbuster franchise, which has tallied five films (four of which starred Matt Damon) and more than $1.6 billion at the box office.
Sources familiar with the project have stressed that it’s still in early development, so any grand return to the world of Jason Borne may be far into the future. There’s currently no script in the works, nor is there a writer attached to the prospective film, so it’s unclear if the plan is to bring back original cast members or entirely reboot the property. So, it’s too soon to say if cast members like Damon — who first played the role of the amnesiac assassin in 2002’s “The Bourne Identity...
The new movie would be the latest installment in the blockbuster franchise, which has tallied five films (four of which starred Matt Damon) and more than $1.6 billion at the box office.
Sources familiar with the project have stressed that it’s still in early development, so any grand return to the world of Jason Borne may be far into the future. There’s currently no script in the works, nor is there a writer attached to the prospective film, so it’s unclear if the plan is to bring back original cast members or entirely reboot the property. So, it’s too soon to say if cast members like Damon — who first played the role of the amnesiac assassin in 2002’s “The Bourne Identity...
- 11/20/2023
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
What evil government plot did Jason Bourne suddenly remember this time? Deadline reports that Universal Pictures is in early development of a new Jason Bourne movie, with All Quiet on the Western Front director Edward Berger in negotiations to helm the project.
As development on the new Jason Bourne movie is still in its infancy, there’s no script at this time and no other talent attached beyond Edward Berger. As for Matt Damon, who starred as Bourne in four of the five movies, he will be approached once a script is in place, but there’s no guarantee he would consider returning to the action franchise.
The last movie in the series, Jason Bourne, was a box-office success upon its release in 2016, grossing $412 million worldwide, but it received lackluster reviews from audiences and critics. Matt Damon acknowledged the collective ‘meh’ from audiences, but wasn’t about to rule out another sequel.
As development on the new Jason Bourne movie is still in its infancy, there’s no script at this time and no other talent attached beyond Edward Berger. As for Matt Damon, who starred as Bourne in four of the five movies, he will be approached once a script is in place, but there’s no guarantee he would consider returning to the action franchise.
The last movie in the series, Jason Bourne, was a box-office success upon its release in 2016, grossing $412 million worldwide, but it received lackluster reviews from audiences and critics. Matt Damon acknowledged the collective ‘meh’ from audiences, but wasn’t about to rule out another sequel.
- 11/20/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is a prequel film set 64 years before the first film, based on a novel by Suzanne Collins. James Newton Howard, the legendary composer, has returned to score the film and has created a large body of new original music for it. The film expands upon Suzanne Collins' world, both thematically and sonically, with the addition of new collaborators and a fully orchestral score.
The Hunger Games franchise continues with The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This prequel film is set 64 years before the events of the first film and, like its predecessors, is based on a novel of the same name by series author Suzanne Collins. The film was written by Michael Arndt and Michael Lesslie and directed by Francis Lawrence. Arndt and Lawrence have both been involved with the franchise for years, with Lawrence having directed every film after the first,...
The Hunger Games franchise continues with The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This prequel film is set 64 years before the events of the first film and, like its predecessors, is based on a novel of the same name by series author Suzanne Collins. The film was written by Michael Arndt and Michael Lesslie and directed by Francis Lawrence. Arndt and Lawrence have both been involved with the franchise for years, with Lawrence having directed every film after the first,...
- 11/14/2023
- by Owen Danoff
- ScreenRant.com
If you want to know what drove the mood of '00s action cinema, you need to look to one franchise: the Bourne movies. For a stretch of time there, Matt Damon's amnesiac super-spy took over the genre, and the franchise's low-fi, barrel-fisted, chaos-first and sense-later approach to storytelling forced a radical reinvention of how Hollywood produced movies like this. Even James Bond was forced to adapt. Over 20 years after the first film hit theaters, we've absorbed what this series was throwing down so thoroughly, so completely, that what was fresh and thrilling back then sometimes feels a bit standard now. Jason Bourne -- and those who wrote and directed his films -- raised the bar so effectively that everyone was forced to play catch-up.
Although the series has seemingly come to an end, it remains a subject of fascination among action aficionados. The baby-faced Damon, still fresh on the scene,...
Although the series has seemingly come to an end, it remains a subject of fascination among action aficionados. The baby-faced Damon, still fresh on the scene,...
- 10/28/2023
- by SlashFilm Staff
- Slash Film
There are several capable actors who can step into Tom Cruise's shoes and continue the Mission: Impossible franchise. Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Ferguson, Hayley Atwell, and Vanessa Kirby are among the actors who have the potential to lead the series. Michael B. Jordan, John David Washington, Iko Uwais, and Simu Liu possess the necessary talent and star power to bring a fresh direction to the Mission: Impossible franchise.
Tom Cruise is the face of the Mission: Impossible franchise as Ethan Hunt, and his synonymity with the series makes it hard - but not impossible - to replace him after his exit. While the world was already familiar with the Mission: Impossible IP in 1996 thanks to the popular television series, it was Cruise who redefined its cinematic landscape. Driven largely by Tom Cruise's death-defying Mission: Impossible stunts, the franchise morphed from a spy thriller to an adrenaline-pumping experience synonymous with Cruise's unyielding commitment to the role.
Tom Cruise is the face of the Mission: Impossible franchise as Ethan Hunt, and his synonymity with the series makes it hard - but not impossible - to replace him after his exit. While the world was already familiar with the Mission: Impossible IP in 1996 thanks to the popular television series, it was Cruise who redefined its cinematic landscape. Driven largely by Tom Cruise's death-defying Mission: Impossible stunts, the franchise morphed from a spy thriller to an adrenaline-pumping experience synonymous with Cruise's unyielding commitment to the role.
- 10/22/2023
- by Stephen Barker
- ScreenRant.com
It’s now been seven years since audiences got to experience a brand-new Bourne installment. That beats out the five-year gap between The Bourne Ultimatum and The Bourne Legacy as the longest gap between Bourne movies since the franchise started in 2002. With this unprecedented (at least in the 21st century) hiatus for Bourne adventure comes rampant doubt that we’ll ever see a sixth entry in this long-running saga. As of this writing, the odds aren’t good that the Bourne saga is set to go on and on. Though this franchise was producing new installments frequently for nearly 15 years, the Bourne saga seems to have come to a standstill for a multitude of reasons.
- 10/17/2023
- by Lisa Laman
- Collider.com
The Jason Bourne film series began in 2002 and consists of five movies that can be binge-watched in straightforward chronological order. The franchise has been a massive success, with the first movie paving the way for four more films that reached varying degrees of success. While the future of the franchise is uncertain, there have been rumors of a sixth film, but it has been over seven years since the last installment. Only time will tell if Damon will reprise his role.
The Jason Bourne film series depicts Jason Bourne, an assassin with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) who experiences dissociative amnesia, making him forget who he is and his past as an operative, resulting in him going on the run from the government. Matt Damon played the franchise's titular character in all but one of the movies, which featured Jeremy Renner taking over the reins as Aaron Cross, a Department of Defense...
The Jason Bourne film series depicts Jason Bourne, an assassin with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) who experiences dissociative amnesia, making him forget who he is and his past as an operative, resulting in him going on the run from the government. Matt Damon played the franchise's titular character in all but one of the movies, which featured Jeremy Renner taking over the reins as Aaron Cross, a Department of Defense...
- 10/15/2023
- by Sarah Little
- ScreenRant.com
Jason Bourne and Aaron Cross have similarities but also key differences due to their different experiences and origins. Cross is chemically-enhanced with genetic alterations, giving him physical advantages and the ability to suppress pain. While Bourne has strong moral lines, he sometimes breaks his "no killing" rule for survival, while Cross has a more refined fighting style and the ability to pick and choose his fights.
The Jason Bourne film series has seen two key protagonists across the five installments, two action-packed heroes, who differ in many ways. The fourth film, The Bourne Legacy, follows Jeremy Ranner's character Aaron Cross, who took over as the main character of the franchise after Matt Damon's Jason Bourne didn't return. Although similarities between the two men, who are best known by audiences for their military precision and ability to keep calm in a crisis, the two characters have very key differences.
Matt...
The Jason Bourne film series has seen two key protagonists across the five installments, two action-packed heroes, who differ in many ways. The fourth film, The Bourne Legacy, follows Jeremy Ranner's character Aaron Cross, who took over as the main character of the franchise after Matt Damon's Jason Bourne didn't return. Although similarities between the two men, who are best known by audiences for their military precision and ability to keep calm in a crisis, the two characters have very key differences.
Matt...
- 10/3/2023
- by Rebecca Sargeant
- ScreenRant.com
With Gareth Edwards on the promotional circuit for his new sci-fi epic The Creator, folks have been asking him repeatedly about the reported behind-the-scenes drama on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. While he previously said he has no regrets concerning his time with Lucasfilm, in a new interview, he denies that he was ever not working on the film. The popular myth is that Edwards was replaced by Tony Gilroy, the movie’s co-writer as director (with Gilroy having already directed Michael Clayton and The Bourne Legacy). He insists that’s not the case. Speaking with Kcrw’s The Business (excepted by THR), he says all the gossip surrounding the film is inaccurate. “Tony came in, and he did a lot of great work, for sure. No doubt about it. But we all worked together until the last minute of that movie.”
Backing up his claim, GIlory notes that...
Backing up his claim, GIlory notes that...
- 10/2/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Matt Damon helped turn his Bourne series into one of the most successful spy thrillers in cinema history. Years after the trilogy ended, there was one film that reminded him of his Bourne days.
Matt Damon once shared this movie reminded him of being on a ‘Bourne’ film set Matt Damon | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Damon found a link between his Bourne films and his 2015 feature The Martian. The two projects couldn’t have been anymore different, with the latter being a sci-fi feature about a stranded astronaut. But according to Damon, performing in The Martian was very reminiscent of his time on Bourne. They both had sequences where Damon had to perform all by himself.
“The closest thing would probably be the Bourne movies. I end up on my own, usually, in those, at least in the second two. But that was the appeal of this. It was so different...
Matt Damon once shared this movie reminded him of being on a ‘Bourne’ film set Matt Damon | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Damon found a link between his Bourne films and his 2015 feature The Martian. The two projects couldn’t have been anymore different, with the latter being a sci-fi feature about a stranded astronaut. But according to Damon, performing in The Martian was very reminiscent of his time on Bourne. They both had sequences where Damon had to perform all by himself.
“The closest thing would probably be the Bourne movies. I end up on my own, usually, in those, at least in the second two. But that was the appeal of this. It was so different...
- 9/24/2023
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Some replacement actors in major movie franchises failed to succeed despite their previous success in critically acclaimed TV shows or films. George Lazenby's brief stint as James Bond didn't stem from his performance, but rather his inaccurate prediction of the character's decline in popularity. Numerous actors like Emilia Clarke, Chris Hemsworth, and Shia Labeouf were unable to sustain their roles in major movie franchises due to various factors, including conflicting commitments and disillusionment with the films.
A handful of replacement actors failed to take over the leading role in major movie franchises. In some cases, the major actor had previously come off the success of an outstanding television series or critically acclaimed film that gave them the green light to capitalize on their popularity and fame with a big studio franchise. While the "striking while the iron is hot" strategy has certainly laid a proven track record with many famous actors in their careers,...
A handful of replacement actors failed to take over the leading role in major movie franchises. In some cases, the major actor had previously come off the success of an outstanding television series or critically acclaimed film that gave them the green light to capitalize on their popularity and fame with a big studio franchise. While the "striking while the iron is hot" strategy has certainly laid a proven track record with many famous actors in their careers,...
- 9/17/2023
- by Greg MacArthur
- ScreenRant.com
Aaron Cross was a more morally ambiguous and amoral antihero compared to Jason Bourne, making him a suitable successor. Cross had a less tragic backstory, resulting in a lighter tone and less personal motivation for revenge against the CIA. The enemies Cross faced in The Bourne Legacy were more dangerous, raising the stakes and making the story more thrilling.
While the original Bourne trilogy included the strongest movies in the Jason Bourne franchise, The Bourne Legacy’s Aaron Cross was arguably a better action protagonist than his predecessor. The Bourne movies started out bleak, and they only grew darker as the original trilogy continued. In The Bourne Identity, Jason Bourne was an amnesic super-spy who woke up with no recollection of his past and a shadowy group of assassins out to kill him. As the trilogy progressed, Bourne discovered he was part of an elite group of hit men trained...
While the original Bourne trilogy included the strongest movies in the Jason Bourne franchise, The Bourne Legacy’s Aaron Cross was arguably a better action protagonist than his predecessor. The Bourne movies started out bleak, and they only grew darker as the original trilogy continued. In The Bourne Identity, Jason Bourne was an amnesic super-spy who woke up with no recollection of his past and a shadowy group of assassins out to kill him. As the trilogy progressed, Bourne discovered he was part of an elite group of hit men trained...
- 8/28/2023
- by Cathal Gunning
- ScreenRant.com
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