Jason Bourne
Universal Pictures | Release Date: July 29, 2016
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Shaqfu75Aug 24, 2016
Ill start by saying i love the first3 bourne movies and i enjoyed this one. But if u r going to see Jason Bourne and expect anyhing new or differnt u r wrong .... this movie gets a bit tired with the cia plot but if u like the other moviesIll start by saying i love the first3 bourne movies and i enjoyed this one. But if u r going to see Jason Bourne and expect anyhing new or differnt u r wrong .... this movie gets a bit tired with the cia plot but if u like the other movies this new film will b fine… Expand
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GMReviewsSep 10, 2016
Jason Bourne provides spectacular action scenes, and a predictably great performance from Matt Damon, as well as the rest of the cast, but doesn't match up to the greatness of the previous three, due to a very lacklustre, almost familiarJason Bourne provides spectacular action scenes, and a predictably great performance from Matt Damon, as well as the rest of the cast, but doesn't match up to the greatness of the previous three, due to a very lacklustre, almost familiar story, which completely ditches the originally of the previous three films. However, if you are a fan of the Bourne trilogy - go give this film a watch as it has amazing action sequences and of course features, Jason Bourne.… Expand
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BiasSep 10, 2016
How do we like them apples? My wife gives it a 7 out of 10 apples, but I'm giving it a 6. It was all full of exciting action and Matt Damon running around all ninja and stuff. If that's what you're into, that's cool, but it only goes so farHow do we like them apples? My wife gives it a 7 out of 10 apples, but I'm giving it a 6. It was all full of exciting action and Matt Damon running around all ninja and stuff. If that's what you're into, that's cool, but it only goes so far for me. In the end, it just left me wanting. What is the meaning of any of this? Definitely worth watching for free.… Expand
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pillycayOct 11, 2016
The bourne movies has been addictive and starting from identity, supremary ultimatum.how evr the lagacy was a bit disapointing...the 2016 bourne is abit impresive but still something is missing, till date i still watch identity, supremacy,The bourne movies has been addictive and starting from identity, supremary ultimatum.how evr the lagacy was a bit disapointing...the 2016 bourne is abit impresive but still something is missing, till date i still watch identity, supremacy, and ultimatum, there is something missing… Expand
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robertoiglesiasMay 8, 2018
I thought it was ok. Not as impressive as the previous films in my opinion.
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Sosmooth1982Dec 30, 2022
Not as good as the others. Still a pretty action packed movie. Jason Bourne is doing what Jason Bourne does in his movies. He's invisible and kicks whoever dares to mess with him butte.
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BikerjamesAug 24, 2016
I like the Bourne movies, but this is my least favorite. Too over the top unbelievable. I'm also over chase scenes in movies. There is nothing they can show me in a chase scene anymore that I haven't seen already. The chase scenes in thisI like the Bourne movies, but this is my least favorite. Too over the top unbelievable. I'm also over chase scenes in movies. There is nothing they can show me in a chase scene anymore that I haven't seen already. The chase scenes in this film (and there are two) are especially horrible, with overly edited scenes that consist of many one second shots each filmed with a hand held camera that wouldn't stop moving. NOTE TO HOLLYWOOD - PLEASE STOP WITH THE SHAKY CAMERA ALREADY! The plot is also unnecessarily convoluted for the first hour. There are good moments too. The acting is good, when they are allowed to act which isn't very often in this frenetic action pic. It's always fun to see Bourne outwit everyone else. The hand-to-hand fight scenes were pretty good too, except for the fast editing and moving camera. It was pretty good for the matinee price of $6.25 that I paid. If I would have paid full price it would have been a bigger disappointment.… Expand
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JDSCigano666Oct 6, 2016
This was a messy entry to the series that dug up a story line that really wasn't needed. I liked the Bourne Legacy better and while Matt Damon makes a welcome return and does a fine job, he really didn't have much to work with here.

TommyThis was a messy entry to the series that dug up a story line that really wasn't needed. I liked the Bourne Legacy better and while Matt Damon makes a welcome return and does a fine job, he really didn't have much to work with here.

Tommy Lee Jones was okay in such a predictable role. Vincent Cassel's asset didn't really measure up to previous henchmen. Alicia Vikander was practically redundant. The climatic car chase was too over the top and poorly filmed.

The best thing about the movie was the way it explored the psyche of Bourne as a patriot that deep down maybe wants to be working for his government again. Hopefully the character and franchise get a better send off if another installment is made.… Expand
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TyranianApr 7, 2019
For Bourne fans, this is another very good Bourne film, though the series is definitely getting a bit tired.
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out2killAug 10, 2016
What can I say that hasn't already been said? Huge fan of this franchise but this was average at best. Save yourself some money and just wait to watch this on Netflix or HBO or basic cable.
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LeZeeDec 4, 2016
New officials, new operations at agency, but the same old Bourne!

I thought the original films are meant to be a trilogy, but when filmmakers saw money, they went ahead with the fourth in a new direction. So now with this, it has returned toNew officials, new operations at agency, but the same old Bourne!

I thought the original films are meant to be a trilogy, but when filmmakers saw money, they went ahead with the fourth in a new direction. So now with this, it has returned to the original storyline. The Jason Bourne, whose quest to find the answers was over. Yet, a new chapter begins with this like another trilogy is on making like the 'Star Wars' with a new storyline and adventures.

Still the theme remains the same, like running and chasing. So the story was just a one or two liner. But if you like the action sequences, this has got plenty of them to entertain you. That's should be a main reason, if you want to see it, other than that the film was average kind. Matt Damon's return for the title role was the best thing happened in here with the director of 'Supremecy' and 'Ultimatum'.

I think Alicia Vikander's role is yet to exploit and that would be in the next two films. Looks like an interesting combo between her and Matt, so waiting for the official news. The same formula for this is what disappointing, though not a bad flick. After all, that's how we know Bourne series. So go for it if you are up to date with this franchise, because there's going to be at least another two films if my guess is right.

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AlexanderLuthorDec 20, 2016
Perhaps it's just me, but I feel that the Bourne story line has been completely played out. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy cerebral films, but after this many sequels, I just don't think anyone really cares what else Bourne doesn't know aboutPerhaps it's just me, but I feel that the Bourne story line has been completely played out. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy cerebral films, but after this many sequels, I just don't think anyone really cares what else Bourne doesn't know about his life and who he was. If they are to continue pumping out these films, perhaps they would be better served by transforming the character into a James Bond of sorts.… Expand
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ElucidateOct 5, 2018
It's pretty good, but not that noteworthy. It's nice to see Matt Damon back, who handles the without any issues. Decent action sequences but nothing stands out in the end besides Alicia Vikander's extremely awkward accent.
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NShep53Aug 7, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No idea what critics and some audience members are saying; Bourne is back and is just as good as it was when Jason Bourne found out his true identity 9 years ago. Matt Damon is amazing. Alicia Vikander and Tommy Lee Jones are great here as well. Story is relevant and enriches the original trilogy. 9.5/10… Expand
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travellynMay 23, 2017
While it's not as original anymore and emphasises on classic Bourne style and narrative may have dwindled some what this film uses that to its advantage and plays it out well by still offering what the fans expect in passable manner with noWhile it's not as original anymore and emphasises on classic Bourne style and narrative may have dwindled some what this film uses that to its advantage and plays it out well by still offering what the fans expect in passable manner with no over the top writing and wrong moves and new characters to keep it steady… Expand
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x0v3rKiLxAug 8, 2016
"Jason Bourne" is a well-polished action flick that's good for two hours of more of the same. But if you're looking for the series to change pace at all or even just introduce compelling new variables into Bourne's background, story, or"Jason Bourne" is a well-polished action flick that's good for two hours of more of the same. But if you're looking for the series to change pace at all or even just introduce compelling new variables into Bourne's background, story, or development, you will be sorely dissappointed. This latest Bourne film's worst flaw is that it serves really no purpose to the greater narrative of the franchise.

Bourne discovers evidence, Bourne gets into car chase, Bourne punches information out of someone, Bourne gets hunted by people in a room filled with computers, Bourne confronts evil G-Man. You've seen it before, and you'll see it all again here. Too much deja vu, not enough nuance to justify anything above a 6/10 from me.

Compared to Ghostbusters, this is a far better two-hour experience, but compared to other great flicks out right now like "The Infiltrator" and "Star Trek: Beyond", there's really no impetus to see this unless you're a die-hard franchise fan. Caveat emptor is the best way I can sum this up.… Expand
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MaxPayneIsGodApr 27, 2020
Phew, glad that's over.
The Bourne franchise is the epitome of mediocre action movies of the 00s
The Damon lead movies are a copy of a copy of a copy, he just gets older and more detached looking. There's nothing redeeming about this movie,Phew, glad that's over.
The Bourne franchise is the epitome of mediocre action movies of the 00s
The Damon lead movies are a copy of a copy of a copy, he just gets older and more detached looking.
There's nothing redeeming about this movie, Damon is not an action star.
Vikander is completely miscast and implausible in her role and shoehorning another antagonist into the franchise, as great as Tommy Lee Jones is, wasn't the best idea.
It would've been interesting if they could have cast someone else in the lead.… Expand
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grimsfieldNov 30, 2017
This movie tries too hard and treats its audience like they're a bunch of idiots. Carefully spelling most things out for the viewer and dumbing down everything else. The hacker stuff reminds me of the 1995 Angelina Jolie classic (in aThis movie tries too hard and treats its audience like they're a bunch of idiots. Carefully spelling most things out for the viewer and dumbing down everything else. The hacker stuff reminds me of the 1995 Angelina Jolie classic (in a ridiculous bad way) "Hacker". The depictions of technology being often incorrect and outright laughable.

The movie is entertaining in parts, but ceaselessly falls on its face as it tries to be too intense. Too dramatic. And as for the non-stop always moving camera, its past the point of getting old, its annoying and disruptive. Find a freakin tripod. Put the camera on it. And just step away! Just for a few seconds, please!!

And then there's the casting of the young smart hacker CIA agent. This is a move straight out of a Michael Bay playbook. Alicia Vikander is Greengrass's solution to the hot model scientist from a Bay Transformer Flick. Its a ridiculous casting choice and it just undermines the plot of the whole movie. In a Bay film, it almost makes sense because the movie is inherently ridiculous. In a movie that takes itself as serious as this one though... its just bad.

If you're a fan of the Bourne movies, go ahead and watch this. Just don't expect much.… Expand
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jsharbourFeb 17, 2017
This movie doesn't make much sense to me. Hasn't Jason Bourne moved on from all this CIA stuff? Hasn't he dealt with the perps who abused him, killed those who needed to die, and started a new life? It's the same old Bourne IdentityThis movie doesn't make much sense to me. Hasn't Jason Bourne moved on from all this CIA stuff? Hasn't he dealt with the perps who abused him, killed those who needed to die, and started a new life? It's the same old Bourne Identity fistfights and unusual one-punch KOs and the omniscient Jason who can walk right past 100 secret agents and not get caught. That was doable the first time. And the second time. And not so much the third time. And definitely not the fourth time. Now for the 5th film...I'm tired of it. Nothing happens in this film. I'm not going to spoil it. But it would be easy to do by saying nothing happens that you haven't seen before.… Expand
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tjman09Jul 31, 2016
Jason Bourne, the next entry in the Bourne Franchise is here, but it isn’t as good as the original Bourne movies. Matt Damon is back in this entry, and so is director Paul Greengrass (Bourne Supremacy and Ultimatum), which means the style andJason Bourne, the next entry in the Bourne Franchise is here, but it isn’t as good as the original Bourne movies. Matt Damon is back in this entry, and so is director Paul Greengrass (Bourne Supremacy and Ultimatum), which means the style and feel of the original films is there. Jason Bourne is entertaining, but is riddled with cliches, and feels like a somewhat irrelevant entry in the franchise. The problem for this film is that many of the biggest plot points are featured in other modern spy films, and at this point are somewhat overdone.
Jason Bourne is action packed and offers fans of the originals more of what they love. The film is action packed, despite that some of the action has too much shaky cam, which is common within in this franchise, but annoying nonetheless. The acting in this film is one of the best parts of this movie, as Damon is great in his return to Bourne, however Alicia Vikander and Tommy Lee Jones are both also great in their roles, conveying complex people very well. The major problem with this film is that it’s riddled with cliches.
If this film had been made 5 years ago, it would have been timely and groundbreaking, and while it’s still timely the subject matter is somewhat worn out. Jason Bourne latches on to the same theme as various other spy films today, which is how much can we infringe upon privacy for security. That isn’t to say Hollywood needs to abandon doing films about the ongoing privacy vs security argument that is plaguing our society today, but they need to make it original. If you need an example, Captain America: Winter Soldier was a far more entertaining and well-rounded version of the same film, that came out 2 years ago.
Beyond being cliched and not really offering anything new to the privacy vs security argument, this film feels detached from the other Bourne films. By that I mean that the original 3 Bourne films had an overarching story, and they all felt as though they were necessary for that over arching story, this film isn’t part of that story. The story never really feels connected to the original films, and instead feels like an unnecessary cash grab. Above that the film refuses to offer anything new to the franchise, recycling the same cinematography and themes of other films.
Jason Bourne is a fairly entertaining action/spy film, and it comes at a time when spy films are all the rage, because the public knows so much about the imperfections of the system. That being said this film piggybacks on other, better, films so as to continue Jason Bourne’s storyline. The film is action-packed, well-acted, and loaded, but is also unnecessary, recycled, and frankly lacks a fresh look problem. That being said fans of the original franchise likely will enjoy this film.… Expand
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CameraBounceGodMay 27, 2017
this was good at first, i even bought it, but on second look..i hate the way that hot chick is in the government...i see enough hot chicks as it is anyway...they should have shown bourne doing more exhilarating things and being testedthis was good at first, i even bought it, but on second look..i hate the way that hot chick is in the government...i see enough hot chicks as it is anyway...they should have shown bourne doing more exhilarating things and being tested physically more somehow...the cast was ok but the riot seen was terrible...it seemed like he should have done more running and not motorcycle like just happened in legacy...i still should watch it one more time before reviewing but i just dont think i'll find anything to talk about ...i agree with damon when he first said the director took the money and ran...i feel like i could have done a better job with my cell phone...also i dont even understand what that indian was saying about his cell phone app or whatever...bourne should have punched him for being rich....also the gov could have just cloned him and taken his cell phone idea or whatever the hell it was within the first second of the movie.… Expand
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MattBrady99Aug 7, 2016
Okay before I talk about "Jason Bourne" let me talk about the other films first, as I think this is the perfect time to quickly talk about other ones, because I like the Bourne trilogy.

The Bourne Identity was a great movie not because ofOkay before I talk about "Jason Bourne" let me talk about the other films first, as I think this is the perfect time to quickly talk about other ones, because I like the Bourne trilogy.

The Bourne Identity was a great movie not because of the action or anything, but because of the mystery surrounding the main character. Matt Damon was the perfect choice to play Jason Bourne as I can't imagine anyone else taking that role.

The Bourne Supremacy did a lot of things better than Identity, in terms of the ending, the emotion and just how violent it is. The one thing that no one talks about in Supremacy is how smart it is of delivering the emotion from characters. There's no sad music or overly dramatic dialogue to make you feel something; no, it was all from the actors who had to deliver that and they absolutely do. It honestly made it more effective.

The Bourne Ultimatum was just amazing and I do think it's one of the best action movies in the last decade. The movie is non-stop action and it's so filled with energy, after it's over you need rest from it. The way the movie ends, I thought it was the end for the franchise. But many wonder if another movie was to come, but many seem to think that "Ultimatum" was the last one.

Oh and I'm not counting "Legacy" as part of the series, because lets just ignore that one.

But here we are with "Jason Bourne". Matt Damon and Paul Greengrass return to the franchise and while l thought this installment was an enjoyable one, but it's not as great as the others, unfortunately.

The best part of Jason Bourne was it's opening action sequence with an incredible motorbike chase during a riot. It was quick, intense, exciting and insistently hooks you. The rest of the action was pretty damn good and fights are once again brutal. The one thing this movie does not disappoint on is it's action.

Matt Damon once again dose a great performance as Bourne and after all these years it doesn't feel like he missed a step.

Tommy Lee Jones is basically TLJ, but he was still good. Even with his motivates not being that strong and the character itself isn't anything that compelling.

Alicia Vikander and Julie Stiles were both fine in the movie. They did a decent performance in this and it's always nice to see those two in movies.

Vincent Cassel is an excellent actor and he makes for a perfect hitman to go after Bourne. While the gifted actor is great in this, I wished there was more of him.

Everything was going great....until the actual story of the movie starts. The story evolves around people being concerned about privacy on social media and most of the movie dedicates to this plot. This is when the movie goes down hill and it doesn't take long for that to happen. This story line is so uninteresting and not at all needed for a movie like this. I know this movie is trying something different and there is somewhat of a revenge story here that's not just from the hero perspective but the villain as well. Nothing about this was riveting and it had no emotional weight to it.

The writing was pretty lackluster and not really compelling. Again, the social media plot line really grinded this movie down. This should have been a full on revenge movie and while that may be repetitive for some, but hey, it's got to be better than this. What breaks my heart is that there were plenty of times where this movie could have went into a interesting direction, but instead chooses to stick with the social media crap.

While I thought the Las Vegas chase was pretty enjoyable, I did think it was a little over the top. What I like so much about the previous Bourne movies is how the action scenes feel so realistic and I'm not saying it's like real life, but it was realistic enough to keep you on edge during those sequences. But here, it goes full out nuts with cars flipping and flying in the air. There were so many times where Bourne should have died and the villain as well. It's completely mad.

Overall rating: I enjoyed "Jason Bourne" on an action movie standpoint. There's a lot of things to like in this movie with the directing, the acting and the action, but judging it as a film overall, it was pretty meh. Compare it to Identity, Supremacy and Ultimatum, this was unfortunately a massive step down from those three. This movie should have been spectacular but it sadly wasn't.

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NecrophatJul 31, 2016
Ignore the critics, this is an amazing Bourne film, with Damon and Greengrass back it made me so excited and they delivered. If you enjoyed the Supremacy and Ultimatum, you'll enjoy this, no doubt about it.

Amazing action, a well told storyIgnore the critics, this is an amazing Bourne film, with Damon and Greengrass back it made me so excited and they delivered. If you enjoyed the Supremacy and Ultimatum, you'll enjoy this, no doubt about it.

Amazing action, a well told story which builds upon the trilogy set before it, you'll be gripped from start to finish if you like these films.… Expand
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
Matt Damon is back as Jason Bourne in the fifth installment in the series. Paul Greengrass brings his action and shaky cam to the big screen once again as Jason Bourne tries to dig up secrets of his past. Matt Damon is stellar in the movieMatt Damon is back as Jason Bourne in the fifth installment in the series. Paul Greengrass brings his action and shaky cam to the big screen once again as Jason Bourne tries to dig up secrets of his past. Matt Damon is stellar in the movie along with Alicia Vikander. Along with "Mission Impossible" it seems like the series and Matt hasn't lost a step as the movie is just as good as the previous ones. The one downfall to the film is the side plot to Jason's. Revolving around "Social Media" and all its benefits and what not. But overall I am happy to say the fifth movie in the franchise lives up to the hype and action we have come accustom to.… Expand
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metaguestAug 16, 2016
The chase near beginning was horrible camera work - shaky and blurry, jumping all over the place - I could not focus whatsoever. Really hard on the eyes, and worse, it seemed to go on forever. Chase scene later in Vegas was much better,The chase near beginning was horrible camera work - shaky and blurry, jumping all over the place - I could not focus whatsoever. Really hard on the eyes, and worse, it seemed to go on forever. Chase scene later in Vegas was much better, albeit, again lengthy. So about 80% action and 20% plot (that was pretty thin). Ending blatantly designed to demand a sequel - we'll be sure to see Alicia Vikander again.… Expand
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YorkManDec 18, 2016
Jason Bourne is the fourth outing of Robert Ludlum's amnesiac ex-assassin and it's by far the weakest in the (now) ongoing franchise.
Matt Damon reprises his role, but is in effect playing a completely different character. Everything we'veJason Bourne is the fourth outing of Robert Ludlum's amnesiac ex-assassin and it's by far the weakest in the (now) ongoing franchise.
Matt Damon reprises his role, but is in effect playing a completely different character. Everything we've come to discover about him in the original 'trilogy' is jettisoned in favour of some completely unattached tale involving a whole new group of CIA spooks out to stop him.
It's very 'by the book' writing, and suffers immensely by not having any defined references back to the man we know.
OK the character of Nicky Parsons returns, but her role is solely to offer up this new character angle (and subsequent memories that weren't mentioned or referenced previously) regarding Bourne's father and his involvement in the original Treadstone Program that created the assassin Bourne would become.
There's oblique references to Bourne's (aka David Webb's) rationale for joining up due to his father's death and him wanting to be a patriot... But it's merely offered up as filler inbetween the two narratives that flow as the film bumbles along.
It wouldn't be so bad if the acting/direction were good, but they're not. We're in shaky-cam nirvana, not a single shot in the movie seems to be captured using a fixed camera. As for the acting, Damon's on auto-pilot, as are Tommy Lee Jones and recent Oscar winner Alicia Vikander (a bad piece of casting, as she's FAR too attractive to be an ambitious, young CIA uber-tech nerd!!), it seems to be nothing more than a guaranteed paycheque and I suspect in Damon's case... As he's also a producer... He's picking up a substantial financial reward for that too!!
Throw in some terrible CGI effects on the long distance shots (nothing in the background looks real in those cityscapes) and a woeful score.... And you're left with merely another generic action/spy/cyber thriller.
One to watch if it pops up on Netflix and you've run out of episodes of Westworld.… Expand
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dufakeFeb 28, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPECTRE and Jason Bourne have similar problems like the debate of social media and family issues. It doesn't work if we don't have any screen time with these family members, and the social media debate is nothing new if you watch television news. JB feels like a hybrid copy of previous films and bond's movie. Bond and Mission Impossible all fail before in their history, but I doubt Bourne would be back without a really good writer.… Expand
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nahtan1244Nov 13, 2016
So I like action movies. I have never seen a Jason bourne movie leading up to this one so I could not say if it was good compared to the other Jason bourne movies. I can say however that it was just an ok action movie. The acting is great butSo I like action movies. I have never seen a Jason bourne movie leading up to this one so I could not say if it was good compared to the other Jason bourne movies. I can say however that it was just an ok action movie. The acting is great but what kills this movie is tat it opens with a fantastic action set set in Greece. Then the movie has no idea where it is going after that. The action is there but not a good story. I have seen worse but i have also seen better action movies.… Expand
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stellarnomadAug 4, 2016
Let's be clear--this movie is in overtime. The prior three (to hell with Jeremy Renner) were a great fusion of action, suspense and thrills that wrapped up nicely. Lots of stern people, barking orders with an impressive (delusional) sense ofLet's be clear--this movie is in overtime. The prior three (to hell with Jeremy Renner) were a great fusion of action, suspense and thrills that wrapped up nicely. Lots of stern people, barking orders with an impressive (delusional) sense of self confidence. It worked for its time--let sleeping dogs lie.

...But no, we can't help picking away at anything and everything until it bleeds--knowing when to walk away IS a skill. So, here we are with another Bourne film after being promised by the Director and Lead Actor "never again". What has nine years absence bought us?

Not a lot. The formula is familiar: improvised action scenes, assets, car chases, war room, etc. Nine years hasn't changed Paul Greengrass's desire to fall back on familiar tropes. In order to continue providing stakes, a sudden insertion of Bourne's father (never mentioned previously) gives him the thinnest of reasons to pop back on the radar, and start racking up the kill count/damage bill.

Someone forgot to tell the screenwriters involved how different the world is today. Absurd tech-talk reigns supreme, with part of the story evolving around a generic Facebook-alike known as Deep Dream working with the Government to eavesdrop on its users, in the interests of national security of course. The film flashes all over the world as Bourne continues to work his way toward the "Boss", completely immune to local law enforcement or customs, avoiding and infiltrating with superhuman accuracy. Most of these criticisms are in effect in the previous films as well, the difference being, we've grown out of this style of film since whilst the movie is still stuck back there.

It's not a bad movie, but it's not worth the time and resources taken to bring it back as is. Signs of an interesting premise are hinted with Alicia Vikander attempting to play both sides in order to engender his trust and bring him in, but it counts for nought in the end--just another familiar trope.

I remember Steven Spielberg once exclaiming that they had waited for the right script before they jumped into "Crystal Skull", and look at what we got. A lesson, amongst many, that teach us no matter how experienced or professional; no matter how many previous successes; nothing and nobody is immune from errors or mistakes in judgement. This is one of those.… Expand
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ZachSchellerAug 11, 2016
A paint-by-numbers action film made to fit in the structure of a Bourne film. It's more episodic, convenient, and poorly paced. It's not bad, but it's missing the pieces that made the original trilogy spectacular.
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WhiskeyStoriesJan 11, 2018
The Bourne films got progressively worse and worse, at least in my book. I love the first one and really enjoy the second, the third had some decent action scenes, but not much I haven't seen before in the previous movies, shot and edited inThe Bourne films got progressively worse and worse, at least in my book. I love the first one and really enjoy the second, the third had some decent action scenes, but not much I haven't seen before in the previous movies, shot and edited in an extremely nausiating way. This film didn't bring anything new or interesting to the table, it's just an okay conventional action movie, not exactly deserving to be part of the franchise. It's very disposable.… Expand
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MasterRileyAug 11, 2016
Jason Bourne is a great action flick with awesome sequences, casting, performances, and direction. The cinematography at times can be jarring (shaky cam and quick cuts) and plot of the movie isn't as intriguing as it first appears. OverallJason Bourne is a great action flick with awesome sequences, casting, performances, and direction. The cinematography at times can be jarring (shaky cam and quick cuts) and plot of the movie isn't as intriguing as it first appears. Overall its still a great continuation to the Bourne movies.… Expand
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JyroJyroSep 8, 2017
A somewhat lazily written fourth outing for Matt Damon as Bourne, which capitalises a little too much on his frowning face & troubled backstory rather than an actually refreshing sequel. He's still badass nonetheless, and that insane LasA somewhat lazily written fourth outing for Matt Damon as Bourne, which capitalises a little too much on his frowning face & troubled backstory rather than an actually refreshing sequel. He's still badass nonetheless, and that insane Las Vegas chase scene is truly magnificent.… Expand
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eva3si0nMay 28, 2018
Why to do continuation of the trilogy if there is nothing to tell new? The movie completely will make of the ideas and scenes of self-repetition. Despite excellent cast, the movie it is felt as crumpled chewing gum. And even to watch a sceneWhy to do continuation of the trilogy if there is nothing to tell new? The movie completely will make of the ideas and scenes of self-repetition. Despite excellent cast, the movie it is felt as crumpled chewing gum. And even to watch a scene action already not so fascinatingly.… Expand
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CicoNutNov 28, 2016
Bourne is back after a nine-year break, but is that necessarily a good thing? Not that Damon and Greengrass’s return isn’t welcome – it most certainly is – but after the thrilling, pulsating and well-written original trilogy (The BourneBourne is back after a nine-year break, but is that necessarily a good thing? Not that Damon and Greengrass’s return isn’t welcome – it most certainly is – but after the thrilling, pulsating and well-written original trilogy (The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum), this instalment feels like a money-grab, as it is not only unnecessary, but Bourne’s situation is actually made worse and he ends up in a worse position at the end than he was at the beginning (Nicky Parsons is dead and the CIA are after him once again).

The film is also lacking in those small, clever moments in the original trilogy where Bourne might use his intelligence to set a trap for incoming CIA agents or throw assets off his trail. For instance, in The Bourne Supremacy, after killing a former Treadstone agent, Jason opens the gas connection and puts a magazine into the toaster, so that when the magazine catches fire, the house will explode. Or when in ‘Ultimatum’, he calls the local police and tells them he hears gunfire, so that when the CIA come for him, they will be intercepted by the cops. Such moments are not in Jason Bourne, which takes away what makes Jason Bourne Jason Bourne. I guess this is all part of the fact that Tony Gilroy has not come back to write the movie, which is the biggest problem.

However, these cons aside, I thoroughly enjoyed the movie, and the performances were great. Matt Damon was as good as he’s ever been in a ‘Bourne’ movie, and Alicia Vikander was a good, strong new character who’s blank, expressionless face made her character difficult to read. Tommy Lee Jones delivered the good, no-nonsense type performance we’ve come to expect from ‘Bourne’ antagonists. Julia Stiles was good for how much of it she was in, before she was killed off in a reenactment of ‘Supremacy’s opening.

Speaking of the opening, the section in Greece was an astonishing achievement for any action movie, with pulsating chase scenes and well-choreographed action. The only issue was there were literally arrows pointing the asset in Bourne’s direction, which slightly undermined the tension in those moments.

Jason Bourne has some thrilling action sequences and the cast delivers strong performances, which proves that even a second-rate ‘Bourne’ movie is better than most action flicks nowadays.… Expand
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MatthewAkalusiApr 9, 2017
Was Jason Bourne worth the wait? Not sure. After the failed attempt at a spin-off with Bourne Legacy, which had Jeremy Renner in the lead role, this instalment with Matt Damon back as the lead, suggests an effort at course correction for theWas Jason Bourne worth the wait? Not sure. After the failed attempt at a spin-off with Bourne Legacy, which had Jeremy Renner in the lead role, this instalment with Matt Damon back as the lead, suggests an effort at course correction for the franchise. Granted Damon reunites with Paul Greengrass who helmed the immensely successful sequels to Bourne Identity (2002) which was a grittier re-imaging of the softer James Bond franchise.Also the Bourne movie trademarks are there; quick-paced walks through streets as Bourne is followed by people who are out to get him, spectacular car chases, hand-to-hand combat, high-tech espionage. Tommy Lee Jones (as CIA Director) and Alicia Vikander (as CIA Head of Cybernetics) give good performances.The problem with Jason Bourne is that the plot line was not engaging enough, not helped by the long interval between the last entry in the franchise, Bourne Ultimatum (2007) and the current one (2016).… Expand
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DominArsenDec 8, 2018
!! Médaille Argent !! Jason Bourne
Le retour de Matt Damon est très bon, mais surement son dernier
On retrouve tous ce que faisait un bon Jason Bourne Une intrigue, de l'action, une fin Aux niveaux de l'intrigue j'ai trouvé décousu. De belles!! Médaille Argent !! Jason Bourne
Le retour de Matt Damon est très bon, mais surement son dernier
On retrouve tous ce que faisait un bon Jason Bourne
Une intrigue, de l'action, une fin
Aux niveaux de l'intrigue j'ai trouvé décousu.
De belles scènes d'action, mais la dernière est un peut .. de trop (Camion muni du cheat code invincibilité pour s'arrêter dans des machines à sous ...)
Une fin avec la musique que l'on aime bref un film qui faites correctement la fin des vacances… Expand
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MonkiReviewsMay 28, 2017
The best Bourne movie ever. It is filled with action and continues the story. It was a great and fun movie. They fit it well together, even with the awesome final scene. It was a great movie.
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hardcorekiddAug 8, 2018
It's been 10 years since Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) walked away from the agency that trained him to become a deadly weapon. Hoping to draw him out of the shadows, CIA director Robert Dewey assigns hacker and counterinsurgency expert HeatherIt's been 10 years since Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) walked away from the agency that trained him to become a deadly weapon. Hoping to draw him out of the shadows, CIA director Robert Dewey assigns hacker and counterinsurgency expert Heather Lee to find him. Lee suspects that former operative Nicky Parsons is also looking for him. As she begins tracking the duo, Bourne finds himself back in action battling a sinister network that utilizes terror and technology to maintain unchecked power. Jason Bourne delivers fans of the franchise more of what they've come to expect -- which is this sequel's biggest selling point as well as its greatest flaw. I'll give Jason Bourne a B.… Expand
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FilipeNetoAug 22, 2021
After "Legacy" it was, I believe, mandatory to change course... it was time for the "Bourne" franchise to get back on course and get some quality back. For this, they called back Paul Greengrass who, this time, ensures the direction andAfter "Legacy" it was, I believe, mandatory to change course... it was time for the "Bourne" franchise to get back on course and get some quality back. For this, they called back Paul Greengrass who, this time, ensures the direction and script. The film is not brilliant, however it manages to fulfill the expectations of the audience, although Greengrass has lost its freshness and intensity, offering us a listless and tiring effort.

The script begins with Nicky Parsons' attempt to publicly expose various CIA operations. She contacts Jason Bourne, who tries to dissuade her from doing so. The CIA, however, was following in her wake, and it didn't take much for them to suspect Bourne's intentions and attitudes, and go back to hunting him, as they had done before. From there, what the film gives us is more than what we've seen in other films in the franchise. The script, however, seemed simpler and more direct in the way it presents itself, without the twists and subtleties that previous films sometimes had. Another thing that needs to be said: in this film, the tension and suspense are not as palpable as in previous films. That, in fact, is something I regret, it would have made the film work better.

To the delight of many, and after his disappearance in the previous film, Matt Damon is back to the main role, one of the most important roles in his acting career. He is impeccable and perfectly at ease with the work and material. However, I've felt several times that the rest of the cast doesn't have the material or time to partner with him. Vincent Cassell, for example, is an excellent actor and is very good at this kind of characters, but his character is basic, merely a sketch, and the actor doesn't do much because he doesn't have much to do here. Tommy Lee Jones also has reasons not to miss this movie. Equally talented and competent for action characters (who doesn't remember his performance in "The Fugitive" a few decades ago?), he simply hasn't received decent material and his character is underdeveloped. Alicia Vikander appears just to give a feminine touch to a movie full of testosterone.

On a technical level, this film manages to maintain the quality standards of previous films in this franchise. It features beautiful cinematography and satisfying camera work, despite a little overuse of the handheld, with those blurry images. It knew how to make the best use of the filming locations, carefully chosen, and the effects of light and shadow. The editing work leaves something to be desired, giving the film an uneven pace, with scenes that take too long for no apparent reason. As in other films in the franchise, the strong technical bet is the special, visual and sound effects used in the action scenes. Everything is done with great rigor and gives the film a pleasant feeling of realism.… Expand
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jb1296Jun 26, 2018
Jason Bourne sees Matt Damon returning to franchise in just over 9 years and this film wasn't worth the wait because while it's not terrible this film has loads of issues which people should know before watching it. The action isn't as goodJason Bourne sees Matt Damon returning to franchise in just over 9 years and this film wasn't worth the wait because while it's not terrible this film has loads of issues which people should know before watching it. The action isn't as good as any of previous Matt Damon Bourne films, and the action in this film is almost to cartoonish to fit in the Bourne trilogy and what we have seen prior this film. There is a plot line about an app which only sets up the finale, but is more of a distraction to the film than anything else. This film has nothing which makes it great compared to other the other films in series and this film is a big disappointment. There are some things I like about this film though, I think the film has some excellent pacing and some great tension, and this respect it feels like a Bourne film. The other thing I like is that the actors do very well with the poor writing which they are given. If any more Bourne films are made by Paul Greengrass and Matt Damon return to this series, I would also like writer Tony Gilroy to return because I think the Bourne films should have a better writer to make a better film.… Expand
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DiptanshuJun 12, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazingly entertaining and awesome movie!it was way better than previous one and it felt more authentic as per fights and chases it was amazing,the music was phenomenal,the acting was iconic Matt was once again amazing as Bourne,Alicia as cyber agent was great and the CIA head and sniper both were amazing.the story was great and screenplay was good,the smoothness and calmness like originals was there in it and the engaging plot with intense situations too,the starting intro and fight club punch was awesome and nice addition to old character Nicky.the intense situation was right from the start the hack and breech with the files and the whole cyber security things with the social media involved with CIA Tracking privacy and all that things was amazingly showcased in the movie,the Crowded escape from CIA was again fun and intense to watch although the similar to Marie's death the sniper shot to Nicky was disturbingly sad,the Past things reveal of his father and then the Journey to find and Assassinate old member of CIA and whole London thing was brilliant and awesome,the alarm thing and crowded escape again was amazing although the double crossing of CIA head was surprising and awesome,the Rooftop conversation and past's secrets reveal and the kill was amazing and the Support of Heather for The head's Assassination was amazing,the Social Media owner thing and the contract was awesome end to story and the meeting in Vegas was intense and thrillingly awesome,the camera and tracker with the speech in stage and Sniper setting was clever then the Bourne way to terminate the sniper and whole shoot-out at event was like mind-blowingly brilliant,the lift scene and the last meet with CIA head with the past things ending with kill by Heather was great and intense,the last Chase just like trade-mark climax of Bourne series it was intense and awesome the stunts were breathtakingly amazing and the ending fist fight after that was great it felt authentic and awesome,the closing scene with the recorded conversation and theme music at background was amazing and satisfying,the whole movie was entertaining and awesome not as great as original but amazing Movie!… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 22, 2021
This is a spy based action/thriller film with themes covered including hacking, chases, casinos and cover ups. This is the 5th in the series of Jason Bourne films, sometimes referred to as Americas James Bond equivalent (although you may beThis is a spy based action/thriller film with themes covered including hacking, chases, casinos and cover ups. This is the 5th in the series of Jason Bourne films, sometimes referred to as Americas James Bond equivalent (although you may be mistaken from presuming its the first due to the titular name).

Within the first few scenes, it reminded me quite a lot of the US drama show 24, being fast paced, featuring seemingly complicated IT systems being hacked in to, with various different cities in different parts of the world being focussed on and so on. There is some quite jerky camerawork featured from relatively early on, as if whoever was filming the scenes were a bit nervous or trepidatious - I found it a bit disorientating at times. Plot wise, its quite fast paced and it felt rather volatile, in terms of what was happening on the ground (as it were) and what might be to come, due to those 'behind the scenes' second guessing what may take place.

If you haven't seen the previous Jason Bourne films then I'd compare it to a mix of the Mission:Impossible films and James Bond films. Also, og course you may be a bit confused about the character and obviously the back story. I've seen the first 3 but im not sure if I saw the previous film to this one, yet I still enjoyed it, appreciating the visual effects and the general tense and fast paced atmosphere and tone this film carries. I thought the plot was quite intriguing, with us (the viewer) finding out a little more about the main character, while wanting things to work out well for him. I imagine that these days there will be many people who potentially wonder what large organisations may have on file about some people (the age of paranoia? or is it? food for thought), so (at a bit of a stretch, I should say) perhaps it is somewhat relevant.

As the plot develops, it became more gripping and there were some plot twists I didn't see coming. The music present in the film is quite sombre in tone, sombre and slightly spooky, edgy sounding, so typical fare for a US spy film I'd say. There is certainly an element (if not a general feeling) of blink and you'll miss it, during the faster paced action scenes.

Overall, I felt it was a film of second guessing and it was quite an engrossing and engaging one at that, for the majority of it. The camerawork won't suit all but for what it is, its most certainly not bad. It isn't 100% original and it did feel a little long, probably about half an hour longer than it maybe needed to be (running time wise) but for the most part I felt it to be quite watchable and engrossing. I felt the same for the Oceans films, so maybe that might help you judge if you'd find it too long or not(?) I'll leave that for you to decide.

Yes I'd recommend this film, as a good American spy action thriller film. It features some unoriginal elements to the plot but it also has one or two decent plot twists and a good cast and I found myself feeling quite engrossed and entertained by it generally speaking, so I'd recommend it on that basis, although it is somewhat long winded.… Expand
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