Think of it as an appendix

Rating: 7/10 (18 February 2013)

I enjoyed The Bourne Legacy like I enjoyed the numerous appendices in the book, Lord of the Rings. You wouldn't want to watch this movie without first having watched the other three films more than once. You are always aware in the Bourne films that they are operating against a backdrop of other events. Legacy peels back one layer on some of those events. Just like Tolkien provided tons of back story for LOTR that ultimately became their own books, Legacy allows us to follow a parallel story line that amplifies the main story line of the Bourne films. Yes, we never get to know Aaron like we know Jason. Yes, the plot line is slight and the dialog limited. Yes, the motorcycle chase scene is a pale copy of the (fill in your favorite Bourne chase scene.) Yes, we have seen roof top chases before. So what? As a piece of entertainment it held my attention and I would like to see more more back story developed. Now that we know Pam Lundy is in big trouble for her role in Bourne's escape, maybe we can find out more about Aaron as the forces of black ops chase him across the globe. I'd pay $1.50 at Redbox and 2 hours of my time to see what happens next.