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The Bourne Ultimatum (Combo HD DVD and Standard DVD) [HD DVD] | ![The Bourne Ultimatum (Combo HD DVD and Standard DVD) [HD DVD]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51g4c1sS3HL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Paul Greengrass
Actors: Matt Damon, Joan Allen, Albert Finney, Scott Glenn, Colin Stinton
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
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Rating:  415 reviews
Sales Rank: 5132
Format: Ac-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: HD DVD
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 112
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 5.4 x 0.5
MPN: 01204
UPC: 025195012041
EAN: 0025195012041
ASIN: B000VWYJ8Q
Theatrical Release Date: December 11, 2007
Release Date: December 11, 2007
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Product Description
Universal Bourne Ultimatum - HD-DVD/DVD Combo
Matt Damon is back as Jason Bourne for the latest installmentof this smart, action-packed espionage series as he finally learns the truth behind his mysterious past. Bourne (Damon) is now pitted against a new generation of highly-trained assassins as well as the relentless CIA operatives who will stop at nothing to prevent him from learning his true identity. Delivering signature Bourne fight and chase sequences, "The Bourne Ultimatum" is the ultimate action thriller.
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The often breathtaking, final installment in the Bourne trilogy finds the titular assassin with no memory closing in on his past, finally answering his own questions about his real identity and how he came to be a seemingly unstoppable killing machine. Matt Damon returns for another intensely physical performance as Jason Bourne, the rogue operative at war with the CIA, which made him who and what he is and managed to kill his girlfriend in the series' second film, The Bourne Supremacy. Now looking for payback, Bourne goes in search for the renegade chief of CIA operations in Europe and North Africa, partnering for a time with a mysterious woman from his past (Julia Stiles) and constantly--constantly--on the run from assassins, intelligence foot soldiers, and cops. Directed by Paul Greengrass (United 93) with the director's thrilling, trademark textures and shaky, documentary style, The Bourne Ultimatum is largely a succession of action scenes that reveal a lot about the story's characters while they're under duress. Joan Allen, Albert Finney, David Strathairn, Scott Glenn, and Paddy Considine comprise the film's terrific supporting cast, and the well-traveled movie leads viewers through Turin, Madrid, Tangiers, Paris, London, and New York. Overall, this is a satisfying conclusion to Bourne's exciting and protracted mystery. --Tom Keogh
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An abundance of bonus features are included on both the standard DVD and high definition DVD formats. The 24-minute "Man on the Move: Jason Bourne" featurette follows Matt Damon and the entire movie-making crew on location around the globe through Berlin, Paris, London, Madrid, and Tangier with lots of commentary from producers Patrick Crowley and Paul Sandberg, actor Matt Damon, stuntmen, and a host of others involved in the film. What comes across loud and clear are the immense logistical difficulties involved in such an ambitious film like filming in London's Waterloo station, one of the world's busiest and most crowded train stations, making cold bare Berlin match snowy Moscow where The Bourne Supremacy ended and The Bourne Ultimatum begins, working around the clock in Madrid, and virtually closing off the main square of Tangier for days at a time. The "Rooftop Pursuit" feature provides an in-depth look at the amazing stunt and camera work involved in shooting the intense Tangier rooftop pursuit while "Planning the Punches" explores the martial arts training and special breakaway props utilized throughout the many fight scenes in the film. Matt Damon's gleeful participation in the New York chase scene is highlighted in the "Driving School" feature and the immense logistics of filming a car chase in New York are explored in "New York Chase." Commentary for the entire film is provided by director Paul Greengrass and 12-minutes of deleted scenes are also included. The HDDVD also includes a "Be Bourne Spy Training" aptitude test in which viewers watch 20 clips from the movie and are tested on their observation skills--connecting to the internet allows viewers to download their results directly to their HD DVD player. The "U Control" picture in picture option allows viewers to access cast and crew interviews and behind-the-scenes footage including excerpts from most of the aforementioned bonus features without leaving the movie, providing a rich, in-depth explanation of a multitude of important plot points. Viewers can also access the Blackbriar files while watching the film for additional detailed information about the characters, locations, and spy gadgets--a feature which adds a whole new level of understanding and meaning to the viewing experience. Car enthusiasts will enjoy pulling up technical information about the Volkswagen Touareg featured in the film's chase sequence and connecting to the download center for even more information on this featured vehicle. Viewers can also bookmark their favorite scenes for repeated watching. --Tami Horiuchi
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 The Best Bourne yet December 1, 2008
The third (and final???) installment of the Bourne series once again finds Paul Greengrass at the helm which means we are in capable hands. Matt Damon reprises his role as Jason Bourne, the CIA-trained assasin who is struggling to put together the pieces of his past which have been shrouded in mystery ever since the first installment.
Greengrass' "shaky cam" approach lends the film a thrilling sence of urgency and tension. We feel right there in the thick of the action with Jason Bourne as he dodges CIA operatives who are out to kill him on his trek home to Washington DC where he was trained and hopes to unlock the mystery of who he truly is.
This is easily the best installment of the series. The action is relentless from the beginning and even when the movie slows down to catch its breath, the tension can still be felt. There is an absolutely amazing figh scene between Bourne and a fellow agent that concludes in a bathroom with a towel being used as the weapon of choice. I won't say any more about that. There is also a pulse pounding car chase sequence near the end of the film that begins, yes...begins, with a car being driven off the roof of a parking garage.
Of course all of this action, as thrillingly filmed as it is, would mean nothing if the film didn't have a human heart. Matt Damon's performance as Bourne is wrought with emotion and remorse. You can feel the regret, sorrow, loss and anger in even the subtlest of actions. His character's inner torment is written all over his face.
When the film finally arrives at it's conclusion, it manages to pull off a unique feat: it provides a satisfying sense of closure even as it completely alters our perception of Bourne and opens up a whole new series of questions about what made him who he is. This movie ultimately does what any great movie does: it leaves us immensely satisfied even while we want more. Although in this case, knowing less about the central figure may be the best way to wrap up the series.
 Would have been OK if not for 2 major flaws November 12, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Not a bad thriller, but this film has two major problems:
First, it is filmed with a "modern" shaky effect that gets tiring after a while.
Second, there is (to my taste) a major scenario bug: without giving up the end, there is a moment when Bourne is on the phone with his worst CIA ennemy after Bourne managed to lure that guy and his minions out of their building on a false pretext. At that point, the super pro and efficient Bourne decides to tell his ennemy where he is, launching a 10 minutes chase episode. Why on earth would Bourne feel he has to give up his location ? There is "some" credibility (that is to say, if you agree to go along with the genre) in the rest of the movie, this kills it.
Now Nikki is involved, another movie? November 4, 2008
This was not a disappointment. If you order the $9.99 widescreen it comes bare bones. If you like the inserts this has none.
Bourne Ultimatum October 31, 2008
Jason Bourne is still kicking [...] Hope there's a 4th. Matt Damon is one of my favorite actors and no body else could Ever play Jason Bourne...Nobody.This movie sums up a lot of unanwser questions but leaves room enough for another movie. It's Great!!
El
 good movie but what is with the awful camera shots October 26, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a good movie, but you get motion sickness watching the dialogue. The "artistic" motion of the camera looks like the person holding the camera was drunk and gets extremely distracting making it hard to watch
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