The Bourne Legacy

The Bourne Legacy

Year: 2012

Runtime: 135 min

Language: English

Director: Tony Gilroy

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Following the events of the previous films, this action thriller centers on Eric Byer, who aims to shut down covert programs threatened by Jason Bourne's exposure. When agent Aaron Cross and scientist Marta Shearing become targets, they are forced to fight for their lives. As Cross proves difficult to eliminate, Byer initiates a dangerous pursuit, leading to a relentless game of cat and mouse with devastating consequences.

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1

Operation Outcome Begins

Aaron Cross participates in Operation Outcome, a covert initiative by the U.S. Defense Department. This program aims to enhance the capabilities of operatives with performance-enhancing pills known as 'Chems.'

2

Training Mission in Alaska

Cross is assigned a training mission in the harsh wilderness of Alaska. He must navigate treacherous terrain to reach a secluded cabin, testing his skills and endurance.

Alaska
3

Meeting Number Three

Upon reaching the cabin, Cross encounters exiled operative Number Three. Number Three reveals that Cross has shattered the previous mission record by two days, highlighting Cross's exceptional abilities.

Secluded Cabin
4

FBI and Senate Investigation

An investigation into the Blackbriar and Treadstone programs is initiated by the FBI and the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. This inquiry involves key officials, including CIA Director Ezra Kramer and Deputy Director Pamela Landy.

5

Kramer's Recruitment of Byer

To handle the fallout from the investigation, Kramer recruits retired Colonel Eric Byer. Byer uncovers incriminating footage online involving the main researchers of Treadstone and Outcome, propelling him to act.

6

Byer's Drastic Measures

Byer orders a drone strike on the cabin where Cross and Number Three are located. This drastic measure aims to eliminate any witnesses and protect classified operations from exposure.

Secluded Cabin
7

Narrow Escape

Cross narrowly escapes the missile strike by using quick improvisation. He employs a thermal blanket to evade the drones, demonstrating his resourcefulness and survival instincts.

Secluded Cabin
8

Tracking Device Removal

Realizing he is now a target, Cross removes a tracking device from his body. To ensure he is not located easily, he feeds the device to a wolf, showcasing his cleverness and survival tactics.

9

Alliance with Dr. Marta Shearing

Cross finds hope in Dr. Marta Shearing, the sole survivor of an attack on the research lab. She becomes his ally, providing him vital information about his genetic modifications and the need for more Chems.

10

Gripping Quest for Chems

As Cross's supply of Chems dwindles, he and Shearing embark on a dangerous journey back to the lab. They need to secure additional Chems to maintain Cross's enhanced cognitive abilities.

11

CIA Assassins Strike

During their journey, they are pursued by CIA assassins threatening Shearing’s life. Cross intervenes bravely, solidifying their partnership as they navigate the perilous landscape together.

12

Escape to Manila

Cross and Shearing's desperate run leads them to Manila. Here, they seek the viral 'stems' that produce the Chems, crucial for Cross to break free from his dependence on the drugs.

Manila
13

Confrontations and Chases

In Manila, the pair faces a series of high-stakes confrontations as Byer continues his relentless pursuit. Their audacity and quick wit enable them to narrowly escape multiple threats from super-soldiers.

Manila
14

Final Showdown

A brutal chase ensues involving law enforcement and operatives hunting Cross and Shearing. Their resilience is tested as they fight for survival against overwhelming odds.

15

New Beginning

The film concludes with Cross and Shearing escaping on a boat. This symbolizes a new chapter in their lives and underscores their hard-fought hope for freedom from the chaos surrounding them.

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