The Bourne Identity A Solid Spy Movie

Rating: 8/10 (19 June 2009)

The Bourne Identity is a solid spy movie with exceptional performances by the cast especially Matt Damon as the lead Jason Bourne a former government trained assassin recovering from amnesia who tries to unlock the secrets behind his mysterious past. Director Doug Liman is admirable in making this giving audiences nearly everything they could except from one of the type of films. Matt Damon is terrific as Bourne and he proves himself to be a talented actor especially in the action/fight sequences. The rest of the cast including Franka Potente, Chris Cooper, Brian Cox, Julia Stiles, and Clive Owen in a small role as one of the assassins after Bourne are effective as the supporting characters in their limited screen time. The action sequences are intense and somewhat realistic others not so much but that's okay. The chases between mostly Bourne and people are him are also well executed. There is some suspense and a little romance for the women which balances well between the action. Despite some flaws overall The Bourne Identity was much better than expected. This movie has just enough action, some suspense, chases, thrills, and great performances by the cast especially Damon who makes the Bourne Identity worth the time to watch.