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The Bourne Ultimatum

The Bourne Ultimatum

Date: Oct 31 2007

Themes: Pop Culture

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Did you see The Bourne Identity? Oh my God. It’s crazy from beginning to end. Matt Damon plays this guy who wakes up on a boat with gunshot wounds in his back, and he doesn’t remember anything about who he is. When he gets to the shore, he finds out that, whoever he is, someone is trying to kill him. He spends the whole movie narrowly escaping death.

They just made a second sequel, called The Bourne Ultimatum. If you saw the first movie recently, or the second one, The Bourne Supremacy, you’re probably still too exhausted to check out the latest one, so listen to Marni and Kevin talk about it.

Dialog

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Marni

Marni

Kevin

Kevin

Marni:  So have you seen any good movies lately?

Kevin:  You know, I hadn’t been to the theater in probably four months and I went to see Bourne Ultimatum the other night.

Marni:  Really? How is it?

Kevin:  Really good…pretty sweet.

Marni:  I have to say, it’s one of those movies that I…The first one I was like, eh…the second one…I’m sucked in. I can’t wait to see it.

Kevin:  It’s…part of it’s a little far-fetched, but really I thought it was very entertaining. You know, hour and 45 minutes, I was sitting on the edge of my seat much of the time, and there’s an amazing car chase scene.

Marni:  Oh! I love car chase scenes.

Kevin:  It really is one of the best I’ve seen.

Marni:  It’s just so classic. American films, car chase, yeah.

Kevin:  And I like Matt Damon. I find him charming and I think he’s a really good actor.

Marni:  He is a good actor. I don’t find him, you know, I think he’s cute, I’m not…But I do think he’s a good actor. He’s got some chops.

Kevin:  And I read yesterday that he has the best salary to box office ratio of any actor in Hollywood, meaning…

Marni:  The best return on your investment. Well, that’s interesting and I think he does some good things with his money. He’s very politically active. I like that.

 

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Discussion

The first movie Kevin has seen in a few months is The Bourne Ultimatum. He liked it.

Marni thought the first movie was only so-so, but for some reason she’s dying to see the new film. Kevin says that much like the earlier films, The Bourne Ultimatum is nonstop action. The craziness peaks with a car chase scene.

Now Marni really has to see the movie. She loves car chase scenes.

Even though a lot of people only like him because he’s good-looking, Marni and Kevin agree that Matt Damon is a talented actor. It turns out that according to something Kevin read, Damon is also the best value when it comes to American actors. His movies earn more per dollar that he makes than any other actor in major films. Marni and Kevin also like Matt Damon because he spends a lot of his money on charities and political causes.

What’s your favorite kind of action scene? Do you like car chases like Marni, or do you prefer gun fights or martial arts scenes?

 

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wassim450

Morocco

HELLO I AM REALLY i don’t know waht can i say hehehe ok take care sorry

08:18 PM Oct 31 2007 |

Lali

Uruguay

I think Matt Damon is so cute! However Ihaven't seen this movie yet. I have to watch it!!!

05:05 PM Oct 31 2007 |

ppao

ppao

Peru

I don't remember which one of these films I saw, but I think they're just ok, well, there are some action scenes that could be interested but the film is like other films.

04:10 PM Oct 31 2007 |

naazia

naazia

Pakistan

that was such a cool movie…I like action movies because they are fast paced and I think it was one of the best movies I ‘ve seen in a long time…

02:38 PM Oct 31 2007 |

welashkar

Egypt

hi everyone .i want some one to help me to improve my english accent .

thanks for all

waleed -egypt

01:15 PM Oct 31 2007 |

fawer

China

In fact, I have seen the first sequeul,it's funny,I'm dying to watching the second sequel.I like to make friends with everyone who is honest,and action movies\gun fights\chinese fungfu and car chase sometimes make me exicting and nervouse .

         The seconde sequel part will be excellent.I  am longing to watching them!

01:11 PM Oct 31 2007 |

fawer

China

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12:59 PM Oct 31 2007 |

tottiahmed

tottiahmed

Qatar

My favorite kind of action scene is without doubt car chase. It’s a great deal of excitement and dangerous and you really will feel thrilled!

11:47 AM Oct 31 2007 |

tottiahmed

tottiahmed

Qatar

My favorite kind of action scene is without doubt car chase. It’s a great deal of excitement and dangerous and you really will feel thrilled!

11:47 AM Oct 31 2007 |

tottiahmed

tottiahmed

Qatar

can't wait to see it! Matt damon is really great actor

11:33 AM Oct 31 2007 |

tiny5403

Benin

I haven't seen this movie ,but i think i will like it when i see it ! From the reply of many friend ,this film must be very interesting!

11:03 AM Oct 31 2007 |

Jackieli

Jackieli

China

i've just watched the first.it's a good film.And i'm going to see the Bourne Ultimatum

10:28 AM Oct 31 2007 |

mulee

mulee

Ethiopia

I have seen the all parts of this film,it is the best action film I ever seen.I didn't prefer watching action film but it is amazing.  

08:56 AM Oct 31 2007 |

lily189

lily189

Mongolia

Matt Damon is a great actor Laughing

08:32 AM Oct 31 2007 |

puppys2black

Philippines

i have'nt seen this film but i think its great movie. because international and popular director makes a different and faboulos movies industry.

07:54 AM Oct 31 2007 |

benser

benser

China

i don't see any one which he plays ,because i don't kowe his chinese name very well

07:50 AM Oct 31 2007 |

benser

benser

China

i also have not seen it yet , i like funny movies and cartoon movie

07:40 AM Oct 31 2007 |

Mydestiny

Mydestiny

China

I have not seen this film but I like the Matt Damon.I have seen other moives in which he play .He is so handsome and charming that many girls in my country tend to become crazy for him.

07:29 AM Oct 31 2007 |

nasrinmasady

Iran, Islamic Republic Of

 I have not seen this film but I am going to see it later. I like movies about martial arts and love story.

04:50 AM Oct 31 2007 |

Baabaxaan

Baabaxaan

Somalia

I like movies about romance realy action movies make me nervious. And comedian movies  also I like because it make me  laugh and happy.

  I rarely see action movies especially I like movies about suspect and FBI .

03:51 AM Oct 31 2007 |

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