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Good enough to suggest long-term franchise potential, The Bourne Supremacy is a thriller fans will appreciate for its well-crafted suspense, and for its triumph of competence over logic (or lack thereof). Picking up where The Bourne Identity left off, the action begins when CIA assassin and partial amnesiac Jason Bourne (a role reprised with efficient intensity by Matt Damon) is framed for a murder in Berlin, setting off a chain reaction of pursuits involving CIA handlers (led by Joan Allen and the duplicitous Brian Cox, with Julia Stiles returning from the previous film) and a shadowy Russian oil magnate. The fast-paced action hurtles from India to Berlin, Moscow, and Italy, and as he did with the critically acclaimed Bloody Sunday, director Paul Greengrass puts you right in the thick of it with split-second editing (too much of it, actually) and a knack for well-sustained tension. It doesn't all make sense, and bears little resemblance to Robert Ludlum's novel, but with Damon proving to be an appealingly unconventional action hero, there's plenty to look forward to. --Jeff Shannon
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Second instalment of the espionage thriller starring Matt Damon, based on the novel by Robert Ludlum. Having abandoned his life as a CIA assassin, Bourne (Damon) has left his violent past behind him and is living a normal life with girlfriend Marie (Franka Potente) under an assumed name. But his plans for a peaceful life are crushed when he narrowly escapes an assassination attempt. Now hunted by an unknown enemy, Bourne must prove once again that he is not an easy target.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. Ross Maynard
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"The Bourne Supremacy" is not quite as good as the other two in the series in my view. It lacks the narrative strength of the first film (the best of the series) and it lacks the visceral action (and clever storyline) of the third film - except perhaps in the final car chase. "The Bourne Supremacy" has a fairly simple structure and is essentially a fast-paced chase movie - find Marie's killer. Nevertheless, it is very tense and enjoyable. I had to watch it twice to get the story (someone's stolen money from the CIA and Bourne is framed to distract attention from the real perpetrator), so you need to pay attention throughout. My only complaint is that Bourne (who is described in the first film as "invisible") is so easy to spot: he makes no attempt to disguise his appearance or even wear a hat. Consequently, he ends up getting chased several times after being spotted on the street or on CCTV. However, as thrillers go this is really good - it's just that the other two films in the series are even better !. You do need to watch the first film to get to know the characters before watching this.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Can sequels be better than or as good as their predecessors...in this case yes!
The story sets off 2 years after the first one, and once again spans the globe in location and plot. Jason Bourne is back, but this time he's been tracked down by both the law and and an organised crime syndicated intent in framing him. The man-hunt is bigger and the fight / stunt scenes better. It's another quick, fast paced movie that grips you so much it'll keep you on the edge of your seat for the entire movie.
The characters remain the same and the continuity between this and the first movie is flawless.
Top marks for this one - definitely as good if not better than the original
The story sets off 2 years after the first one, and once again spans the globe in location and plot. Jason Bourne is back, but this time he's been tracked down by both the law and and an organised crime syndicated intent in framing him. The man-hunt is bigger and the fight / stunt scenes better. It's another quick, fast paced movie that grips you so much it'll keep you on the edge of your seat for the entire movie.
The characters remain the same and the continuity between this and the first movie is flawless.
Top marks for this one - definitely as good if not better than the original
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
The Bourne Supremacy is an exceptional thriller that is a sequel to 2002's The Bourne Identity. With Paul Greengrass taking over as director, The Bourne Supremacy still has a soft spot for traumatized children and interrupted romance, but the movie is structured so differently that it draws power to them rather than giving in to them. The Bourne Supremacy is such a breathless thriller, that amidst a sharp emotional exchange, it manages to sustain its deep feeling across an improbable amount of mayhem and violence. At the beginning of the film, Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) pulls on all of our heartstrings, as he has to cope with the death of his partner, Marie (Franke Potente), performing this brilliantly. There are many unfortunate lapses throughout The Bourne Supremacy for Jason, and this high-paced, realistic movie will keep you hanging on until the very last minute. The end of the film, and the main climax, involves a high speed car chase through the city of Moscow. This film is a fantastic sequel, and it's guaranteed that you will want to watch this again and again and never get tired of it. Well done Paul Greengrass. A success? Certainly.
Hannah Foote, aged 14.
5 stars.
Hannah Foote, aged 14.
5 stars.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great film
I have watched this film many times and bought it as a gift for a friends son and he loves it too. Good story, part of trilogy but fine to watch in isolation too.
Published 1 month ago by Angie Pitman
4.0 out of 5 stars
good film
Really good action packed film would recomend it to everyone who likes a film to keep your attention and suspense going.
Published 4 months ago by Sandy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great price, Great film!
Brilliant film at an extremely low price! I love Matt Damon and as ever he performs excelently in the movie. What more can you ask for?
Published 6 months ago by Katherine.g
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good sequel
To get the most out of this film you it is better to have seen and enjoyed The Bourne Identity first. Although not quite up to the standard of that, it is still very watchable. Read more
Published 22 months ago by TF
4.0 out of 5 stars
I LOVE THIS BOURNE FILM.
i bought this movie a couple of years ago with the other films. the second one is great. musics great, actions great, adventures great.
buy this movie. Read more
buy this movie. Read more
Published 22 months ago by George Dunn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
There's not really much to say apart from this film is amazing.
I love the whole series and I definitely recommend it!
I love the whole series and I definitely recommend it!
Published 22 months ago by GloriousBooks
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good film.
I bought this for my husband as he already had the other 2 in the series. He enjoyed it and all 3 films are very good.
Published on 5 April 2011 by lady p
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bourne Supremacy
What can you say about this great action movie? I bought it to complete the trilogy after having searched for it for some time.One of the best series ever.
Published on 7 Jan 2011 by B. Coote
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great to see an action movie without SFX!
Not as good as the first one, but still an exciting, gritty thriller. The new director seems to be striving to put the viewer right in the centre of the action - including one of... Read more
Published on 9 Sep 2010 by Philippa Leah
5.0 out of 5 stars
another brilliant Bourne film
you will not be let down. this movie has awsome scenes and another brilliant story.but i dont wich one was better the bourne identity or the bourne supremcy. Read more
Published on 7 Sep 2010 by spongee2ak7
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