This mindset was how she gave Doug Liman his big break to direct his most expensive film yet.
The indie director wasnt the only risk, as Matt Damon’s casting was just as daring.
ScreenwriterTony Gilroysaid in an interview withThe New Yorkerthat he was hired after a script had already been written.
Custom Image by Nimesh Niyomal
The changes were so abundant that he wasnt sure if he wanted to do the project.
Gilroy had to return to rewrite the rewrite.
Solving that problem led to what was the bulk of thebehind-the-scenes drama.
Image via Universal
In another 2017 interview withDen of Geek, Liman had always wanted to make a James Bond movie.
He had his chance, even if anxieties were filling up inside him.
It was never going to be as good as James Bond.
Image via Universal Studios
For one circumstance, there might have been a good reason for the studio to be upset.
Franka Potente proved to be the MVP, giving Damon and Liman shots of Jagermeister to relax during filming.
Damon and Tony Gilroy returned, but directorPaul Greengrasswas the new addition.
Image via Universal Pictures
Doug Liman didnt get to directThe Bourne Supremacy, but he did leave an indelible mark.
Image via Universal Pictures
