A top-notch action/spy flick!

Rating: 9/10 (17 July 2007)

This action/espionage thriller is based on master spy writer Robert Ludlum's work and it is a top rate effort. Director Doug Liman gives us a good balance of explosive, taut action scenes, that are not overly long as is common in action movies, and engaging story that is carefully revealed, as it is given to us. The cast is strong, from Matt Damon's wonderfully natural acting style to Chris Cooper's no-nonsense espionage boss. Look for Clive Owen in an small early role.
Damon is Jason Bourne, but he doesn't even know that much when he is scooped out of the Mediterranean by a passing fishing boat. At this point, Damon's character has two bullet holes in his back and no memory of who he is or how he came to his current situation. Confused and lost, he soon finds himself on the wrong side of the French police and quickly discovers that he has deadly skills and is soon being mysteriously pursued by more than the French police. A secret arm of the U.S. Government, lead by Conklin (Cooper) is after Bourne and his newly met running mate, Marie (Potente). The action heats up as Bourne slowly discovers how he is and why he is being pursued.
This is a great action movie, particularly those who like the European spy vs spy genre. This has since turned into a franchise for Bourne and if y0ou have somehow missed the first in the series, then you should add it to your 'to see' list.
(This review was first posted on realmoviereview.com)