Fast paced and solid...

Rating: 9/10 (29 September 2002)

When I went to the cinema, 'Bourne Identity' was not my first choice of film. However, after choosing it as a second choice, I realised that it was more my sort of film. There are various elements of different genres, or at least styles. Thriller, action, martial arts, conspiracy, all come into play at some point. Rather then a simple, "They're going to get me, I'll fight back" film, the amnesia element gives us a sense of really following Matt Damon's character from the beginning of his 'new life'. The action scenes are cleverly executed,and the Mini chase scene was extremely well thought out and filmed. There are several intelligent moments, when Jason Bourne finds a new talent, for example, language, and how he tries to explain his memory loss.
Altogether, this film is solid, and fast paced throughout. The action never stops, and when it does, it is replaced my moments of intrigue and suspense. The ending may be simple, but in one way, this adds to the style and charm of the film.
8/10