20. Damon said that Bourne had indicated it was a turkey. GQIn 2012. It’s rare for a movie to be released a year late and have four rounds of reshoots. But it happens.
Not to be missed: The Bourne Identity was a huge hit, grossing more than $214 million worldwide. But Universal never entertained the thought of having Liman back to direct the sequel(s) it was already planning.
He lamented, “I have lost my baby.” New York.
However, he was credited with being an executive producer for all of the other episodes. Bourne Films except 2012 The Bourne LegacyStaring Jeremy RennerDamon had thought that he was finished with the franchise. In the interim, Liman wasn’t sure what he would direct next.
Brad Pitt was fated to sign up for the job. Mrs. Smith and Mr. Smith 20th Century Fox. The hullabaloo at the Bourne shoot, the actor was told he could have his pick of directors—except for Doug Liman.
The filmmaker said, “So he took it to me.” New York.
Damon also said that Liman was four-for-four after this collaboration, which too proved to be a huge success. Referring to his own struggles before they collaborated, Damon said, “He saved me my career with.” Bourne.”
2008. Marc ShmugerHe was later named chairman of Universal Pictures. VarietyHe is the “happy, chaotic and sometimes brilliant” type of person. Doug is a friend to many. Bourne, the experience was too painful to contemplate ever doing it again. However, he was instrumental in creating a unique identity. Bourne. He would have me work on the same project again.”