[Matt] Damon delivers a performance of pure focus, as if all the vulnerability of his human self is taken off-line and replaced by instinct and programming whenever he’s in the line of fire.

| Apr 8, 2023

Equal parts brains and brawn.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Jan 31, 2021

One man's heart-pounding crusade to tear down the crooked system that created him...

| Oct 27, 2020

Although the basic amnesia plot sets up a potential for excitement, the editing immediately becomes the most detrimental component in the action-packed world of Jason Bourne.

| Original Score: 7/10 | Sep 29, 2020

The franchise took a marked upturn in later instalments, but a fair first entry nonetheless.

| Original Score: 3/5 | Apr 30, 2020

The body language and personality that Damon invests in Bourne creates an impression of intelligence and depth, however specious these qualities may ultimately be.

| Original Score: 2/4 | Jan 3, 2019

Breathtakingly, beautifully simple.

| Original Score: 8/10 | Dec 5, 2016

Whether you consider it a smart thriller or a paint-by-numbers spy caper, The Bourne Identity is a dynamic interpretation of Robert Ludlum's bestselling novel.

| Original Score: 3.5/5 | Jul 7, 2014

Violent but thrilling first of the Bourne action trilogy.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Jan 1, 2011

"The Bourne Identity" is a well-written action spy film that stays true to its espionage thriller genre while inflicting flinch-inducing moments of pure cinematic action.

| Original Score: B+ | Feb 28, 2010

A suspenseful thriller that showcases stunning visuals, great acting and a story that will keep you entertained from start to finish.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Sep 8, 2009

This is a long sweet breath of fresh air in the action genre...

| Original Score: 4/4 | Apr 29, 2009

Farfetched plotting nearly capsizes this globe-trotting thriller but director Doug Liman certainly keeps the international intrigue and testosterone flowing at an entertaining clip.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Aug 7, 2008

A first-rate thriller with grit and intrigue to spare.

Full Review | Jun 12, 2008

You may be surprised by the fact that this formula spy thriller has been delivered with a matter-of-fact efficiency that proves highly entertaining.

Full Review | Aug 3, 2007

A sleek espionage thriller that reduces the world to the size of a postage stamp. Matt Damon is terrific.

| Original Score: B+ | Jul 26, 2007

The movie is about muscular speed and skill, and that's all it's about. Like its hero, it's blank by design.

| Original Score: B | Jul 23, 2007

For once, a sequel would be welcome.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Dec 30, 2006

An action movie that's as much about character as it is about saving the day.

| Original Score: 3/4 | Sep 1, 2006

Efficient set pieces come neatly spaced every ten to 15 minutes -- just often enough to keep you credulous -- and the trans-European settings lend a classy backdrop.

| Feb 9, 2006