The Bourne Legacy now on Blu-ray/DVD
By Alexandra Heilbron on December 11, 2012 | 1 Comment
Based on the novels by Robert Ludlum and Eric Van Lustbader, the highly successful and anticipated movie series is back, with a slight adjustment. Instead of Jason Bourne, The Bourne Legacy follows the adventures of Aaron Cross (Jeremy Renner), a member of Operation Outcome: a United States Department of Defense Black Ops program that participates in the use of “Chems,” a drug that enhances both the physical and mental abilities of its users. Eric Byer (Edward Norton), a retired Air Force Colonel who is responsible for the CIA’s clandestine operations, decides to end Operation Outcome and eliminate all its agents.
Agent Cross, now in a battle for Chems and his survival, must find a way to get a hold of the drugs when his supply runs out. Cross tracks down Dr. Marta Shearing (Rachel Weisz), his last hope in gaining more Chems. With both their lives in danger, the two travel to a factory in Manila, Philippines.
Director Tony Gilroy boasts breathtaking, eye-popping shots while still delivering action-packed, heart-racing scenes. With the usage of advanced modern technology, every detail, place, facial expression and stunt is a true stroke of hard work and sheer genius. Even though the movie doesn’t follow the footsteps of Jason Bourne (Matt Damon), it still doesn’t take away from the element he created in past movies.
The DVD/Blu-ray combo offers an abundance of interesting special features. Deleted scenes reveal omitted shots of the Pennsylvania Highway, NRAG Research Room, and a hotel scene from Washington, D.C. Features also include “Re-Bourne” – a comparison between the predecessors and the present movie, “Enter Aaron Cross” – an introduction to Jeremy Renner showing what he has to offer as a main character, “Crossing Continents: Legacy on Location” – a feature that outlines the thinking process of a different set location, “Man vs. Wolf” – a behind-the-scenes look at the wolf-fight scene, “Moving Targets: Aaron and Marta” – a small introduction to the characters of Aaron Cross and Marta Shearing, and “Capturing Chaos: The Motorbike Chase” – a feature that shows the different cameras, camera angles, ideas, and the creativity and bravery needed to shoot fast-paced scenes. ~BJ Lasala
Also releasing December 11, 2012 on Blu-Ray and DVD are Ted; Girls: The Complete First Season; Ice Age: Continental Drift; and V/H/S.
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