Similarities and differences of Bourne Ultimatum and The Usual Suspects

One difference between these two opening sequences is the fact that in Bourne Ultimatum  the camera shots are hand held which creates a hectic atmosphere and emphasises the fact that the character is being rushed or is in an uncomfortable situation. However, the opening sequence for The Usual Suspects use more static shots to show that both character were calm, although low cameras were used on the second character to show that he is the authority figure, this was also emphasised from the fact that the first character was looking                      

up at the second character. In this particular shot from The Usual Suspects, the second character appears to obstruct the shot even though the camera is focused on the first character. This shows the second characters dominance.




In the opening sequence of Bourne Ultimatum, the first character constantly has flash-backs which appear blurred and suggest that the characters memories are unclear yet very similar to his current situation.

Both of these opening sequences use dark shadows to create mystery. For example, in The Usual Suspects, dark shadows are used to hide the identity of the second character and it also makes him appear in control and important.
In the Bourne Ultimatum, dark shadows are used when the main character is hiding from police. This shows he want to be hidden.