‘Jason Bourne’ Again: In Praise of Matt Damon, Action Hero
Actor returns in the role that cemented his A-list status — and proved he was the first genuinely 21st-century action-movie star.

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Subscribe NowActor returns in the role that cemented his A-list status — and proved he was the first genuinely 21st-century action-movie star.
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