imperfect but fun

Rating: Null/10 (25 October 2004)

Taut, suspenseful follow-up to The Bourne Identity. This time around ex-assassin Jason Bourne has abandoned his former life as a government operative and is living undercover as a civilian, until he's brought out of hiding by a maverick agent (Allen) who suspects he's the mastermind behind the death of a Russian politician. Fast-paced and complex the story is convoluted, almost incomprehensible at times, but it's skillfully made and anchored by a firm, forceful performance from Damon as the amnesiac spy, as well as a solid supporting cast. The only disappointment is the action scenes which while fun to watch, are often frustratingly unfocused and deprive the film of much needed shots of adrenaline. Entertaining, but not recommended for those with little patience. **½