New Annual Pass Program unveiled

We know all of you are excited and waiting to learn more about our new Annual Pass Packages. We have been putting together an exciting Annual Pass program packed with even more benefits at new prices.

Check this out – our new Annual Pass program will now have the following:

Superstar Pass- Adult: $638/ $618 (renewal*); Child: $558/ $538 (renewal*); Senior: $508/ $488 (renewal*).

Fun Pass- Adult: $338/ $298 (renewal*); Child: $258/$238 (renewal*); Senior: $208/ $188 (renewal*).

We are also introducing a new tier called the Action Pass with these rates: Adult: $488/$468 (renewal*) ; Child: $408/ $388 (renewal*); Senior: $358/ $338 (renewal*).

The new Action Pass is created for fans who want to visit the park all year round, including black-out dates, but didn’t require Universal Express access to attractions.

More details in the next few days, so stay tuned!

*For all current AP holders

Up close & Personal: The Voyage de la Vie band!

What is it like to play ‘live’ for a circus theatrical like this?
Adam: It helps to have a background in improvisation. Circus acts are very precise art forms and the music needs to move with the act, especially the drums – it handles much of the subtle accenting that makes the movements come to life. It was a challenge to pull together a complex show with this mix of ‘live’ orchestra and multi-track sequence arrangements. We had to be creative with the multi-track sequence so that we keep the wonderful details and textures created by composer Jonathan Lim. Even today, we still find ways to make the music better. It is – and likely will always be – a work in progress.

How ‘common’ is this style of music playing?
Erik: It’s very common – just look at Broadway and Cirque du Soleil.
Peter: I’ve done this for 20 years now.
Norbert: I’ve played for theatrical shows for 10 years but only as a sub. So playing for the same show for 7 days a week, for nearly a year is quite a new experience for me.
Bill: I’ve been doing it since high school – 7 to 12 shows a week since college. It is fun, I get to travel and so here I am!

How has the journey of life changed you in the past one year?
Adam: I’ve learnt a lot – though trial and error – about technique, software, music and management. Being a Musical Director for a show this complex is a first for me. We’re all very much like family – and like any families, some squabbles are bound to happen. I believe we are all very happy with where we are at now as a band and as ‘family’. Talking about families, the biggest change is parenthood! Both Peter and I had children one month apart – Peter’s second, my first. Norbert is expecting his first child in October.
Erik: I now know to trust only God and my heart.
Norbert: This country is very different from where I came from – that means a lot of changes.
Billy: I feel more like a citizen of the world. I’ve never lived outside USA previously so it’s very different for me. I’m more aware of the goings-on in SEA and see places I’ve only dreamed of visiting.

Calling all you Reggae fans!

The Wailers LIVE!

Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore and Hard Rock Café Singapore brings a slice of Jamaica to Singapore when its global Ambassadors of Rock Tour rolls into Singapore. Reggae legends, The Wailers, are set to take the stage at The Coliseum™ at the Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore for a one-night-only, special performance on Saturday, 11 June 2011.

OSIA Wins Best New Restaurant!

[Written by Tania H.]




Inset (L-R): Australian celebrity chef Scott
Webster and Chef de Cuisine Douglas Tay



Leaping across the baptismal fire, 2010 went out with a bang with Osia being awarded the title of Best New Restaurant by CNNGo’s Best Eats 2010! Barely a year into its opening, chef Webster together with local chef de cuisine Douglas Tay have won the hearts of many who would attest to Osia’s unique fare (showcasing fresh Australian ingredients like barramundi and lemon myrtle) and service with a smile. Instead of blowing our own trumpet, I got Mr. Eric Teo, President of Singapore Chefs Association and Panel Judge for CNNGo's Best Eats 2010 to share why he feels Osia deserves the award.










Inset: Chef Scott Webster (left)



“OSIA is my choice as Best New Restaurant because the quality of food is excellent and has been extremely consistent since its opening. Australian celebrity chef Scott Webster runs a tight ship and together with Chef de Cuisine Douglas Tay’s impressive culinary creativity, OSIA’s menu is truly value for money. Congratulations to the OSIA team for winning this award!”



Eric Teo,
President of Singapore Chefs Association / Panel Judge for CNNGo's Best Eats 2010

The Season of Giving

It's the time of the year again! Streets evolve into varying shades of Christmas, lit up by an explosion of light bulbs. Shopping centres start playing (sometimes nauseating) festive favourites like Jingle Bells and Silent Night with the occasional shopper humming along. 

But what stands out most about Christmas is it being the season of GIVING. To the recipients, joy abounds. To the giver, it often translates into a mad rush of gift-hunting! If the latter describes you, fret no more:)

In the next few weeks leading up to Christmas, we will be recommending a series of one-of-a-kind gifts we've scouted for throughout the resort to stop all your hair-pulling, agonizing gift list forming process.

So watch this space for the best deals to share the festive joy this Christmas!

Check out our website too to find out how else you can catch the magic of Christmas at the resort.

Get ready to Rumble- a last time Part II

We hope you're gearing up for some good fights tonight and tomorrow. We've introduced who's fighting tonight, and here's who's ready to rumble tomorrow night. And yes, there will be a couple of ladies taking on each other too.

16th October 2010 

UNDERCARD:

Yun Seob Kwak (South Korea)

Yun Seob Kwak, or “The Prince”, is a superb MMA fighter from South Korea. With a good athletic built and a wealth of experience, he can do some serious damage with his strong striking ability and dangerous kicks.

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Vs

Zorobabei “Zoro” Moreira (Singapore)

With a Blacke Belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and legendary Roberto “Gordo” Corrrea de Lima as his trainer, Zoro is no easy opponent. His accolades include clinching the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Mundials World Championship.

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Chris Barnett “Beast Boy”  (Spain)

Highly agile despite his immense size, the “Beast Boy” is trained in wrestling, Judo and Taekwondo. Despite his weight, his flying knees and punches come fast and furious. He’s known to deliver some serious knock-out punches and is an up and coming heavyweight fighter.

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Eric Prindle “American Soldier”  (USA)

A former soldier from the US Army, Eric is a 5-time All Army Chmapion and 4-time Armed Forces Champion. He’s also won over 100 amateur boxing fights. Now a pro MMA fighter, he’s been under the tutelage of UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar and is now ready to rumble!

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MAIN EVENT:

Chee Jian Kai (China)

Trained in Muay Thai, Sanshou and kickboxing, Chee Jian Kai is a formidable striker, with an established career with over 30 Muay Thai fights. Now he’s looking to make a splash in the MMA scene.

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Ole “Iron Fist” Baguio Laursen (Denmark/ Philippines)

A current Martial Combat Superfight Belt holder, this World Kick-boxing Champion has lived and breathed martial arts since 15 years old. Ole the “Iron Fist” has a reputation of knocking out opponents and has now added grappling to his growing skill-set. Watch out for his grip!

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Eilleen Forrest  (Australia)

Winning 16 out of her 18 pro Muay Thai fights, this Australian beauty is a powerhouse striker. Since transiting onto MMA, she has also been adding ground fighting skills to her game, such as submission and grappling. Don’t mess with her!

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Claire Haigh  (Luxumbourg)

Ranked #3 in Thailand for Muay Thai, Claire is a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Blue belt who formerly trained in Brazil. Having competed at the highest level of Muay Thai in the prestigious King and Queen Cup events, Claire has quickly established herself as one of the top female MMA opponent in the world.

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Vuisile “The Cheetah” Coloss  (South Africa)

A champion kickboxer, “The Cheetah” is crossing over to MMA in a big way. With professional kickboxing record of 23 wins, the current South-African Thai Kickboxing Champion is one heck of a ground fighter.

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Eduard “The Landslide” Folayang  (Philippines)

A highly decorated Wushu Figther, “The Landslide” is a multi medalist from the South-East Asian Games. A new breed of MAA fighthers with traditional Martial Arts base, he possesses superior offense and defense skills, powerful striking abilities and takedown and submission skills.

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SUPERFIGHT

Xue Gou Bing (China)

One of the more veteran fighters emerging from the China MMA scene, Xue has competed in international level MMA fights such as Art of War and various other events. He’s highly trained in Sanda, and has picked up some pretty nifty grappling techniques, making him a versatile MMA fighter.

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Mitch Chillson “The Dragon” (Singapore

A Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Black Belt with 11 years of seasoned fight experience, the “Brodinho” lays claim to dozens of Brazilian National titles. But most impressively, he’s a Mundials World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. After clinching two victories at Martial Combat so far, he will be back in the cage for his hat trick victory.




Looks exciting? Well if you haven't bought your tickets, what are you waiting for? We hear the fight between Xue and Mich "The Dragon"'s gonna be quite a sight. Visit www.rwsentosa.com to buy your tickets.

Get ready to Rumble- a last time

This is it. The last of the fight nights for MMA 2010. And they’re certainly saving the best for last.This week's Martial Combat Fight will once again, feature female fighters.

Wanna know who’s facing off with who?

Find out below:

15th October 2010 

UNDERCARD:

Zhang Mei Xuan (China)

Trained in Sanda for two years and MMA since last year, Zhang is fast with his strikes and kicks and excels in his Chinese wrestling skills. Since his immersion into MMA, he’s fought four times and remains undefeated, definitely a force to be reckoned with.

Vs

Reggie Amarante “Baby Ama”(Philippines)

As a star in the Philippines Boxing Reality TV series, he’s a fighter who aims for knockout victories. Rigorous training and conditioning allows him to execute dangerously powerful blows on a standing match or on the ground. Either way, his opponent better watch out.

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Mitchell Wheeler (USA)

A good striker strong in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu,Michell has been on a winning streak since turning pro. He's been training hard and is in top physical condition, and is ready to take on the challenge.

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Arthur Cesar "GoGo" (Brazil)

A highly reputable MMA figther from Brazil, "GoGo" has a well developed Brazilian Jiu-jitsu ground game, but his talent is in his striking abilities. With three wins under his belt,  Arthur is a force to be reckoned with.

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Wang Jin Gang(China)

Trained in Boxing, Muay Thai and Sanda, Wang is one of China’s more experienced international fighters and has participated in numerous events. He’s fought two MMA events and won, and is ready to test his MMA skills at an international level. 

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Brian Choi “Polar Bear’ (South Korea)

Brian the “Polar Bear” Choi is known for using his wrestling background for explosive takedowns. A well rounded fighers with strong punches, his opponents will have to match up in versatility to stand a chance.

MAIN EVENT:

Shannon “The Cannon” Ritch (USA)

A veteran of MMA, “The Cannon” has over 115 MMA fights under his belt, and has fought in the largest organizations all over the world. A Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt, he’s just come off a string of losses in the US and is hungry for redemption.

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“Magical” Ray Elbe (USA)

A well-seasoned MMA veteran with over 30 fights, Magical Ray has faced opponents from around the world. He’s reached celebrity status as a competitor on season 9 of the UFC Ultimate Fighter reality TV show and is keen to maintain his reputation as a fierce competitor. 

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Sun Jiao “Trinity” (China)

Trained in stndup fighting, “Trinity” is a strong striker and has trained to defend from submissions on the ground. After losing her first international fight at Martial Combat 5, she is eager to return to set the record straight and prove her worth.

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Ella Tan “Ice Cool” (Malaysia)

“Ice Cool” is a 2-time Malaysian Muay Thai and Sanshou Champion and with her vicious striking power (for someone her size), she is ready to take the next step into the MMA scene, and make her debut in the Martial Combat cage.

SUPERFIGHT

Liu Guo Quan (China)
An ex-member of the Art of War team training under Pedro Schmall (a Gracie Humaita Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt), Liu is eager to test his skills against the world’s best.

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Leandro Issa “Brodinho”(Brazil)

A Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Black Belt with 11 years of seasoned fight experience, the “Brodinho” lays claim to dozens of Brazilian National titles. But most impressively, he’s a Mundials World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. After clinching two victories at Martial Combat so far, he will be back in the cage for his hat trick victory.


Keep a look out for Saturday's Fight Card soon. If you wish to watch the fighters in action, head on over to www.rwsentosa.com to buy your tickets.It's your last chance to catch these elite fighters in action!

Barclays Premier League screening in Resorts World Sentosa

Football madness is back in Resorts World Sentosa.

For the month of October, selected BPL matches will be screened at the Forum, and yes, you'll get to catch the action on our humongous screen.

Warming up with Alexey

Alexey Goloborodko appears in Voyage de la Vie as "The Game Master" - a friendly and mischievous sprite. Together with his mentor Vladislav Rodin, this award-winning 15 year-old Russian dancing contortionist wows everyone with his talent.



To catch Alexey live in action, you can purchase Voyage de la Vie tickets at www.rwsentosa.com

To find out more about Voyage de la Vie & the principal casts, take a look at our blogpost.

An Update for September's After Hours

[Updated 13 September 2010]

Time flies and we're almost at the brink of September. If you haven't heard by now, like the past few months, after Universal Studios Singapore closes at 7pm, we've got Hollywood After Hours.

Every Friday and Saturday from 7pm to 10pm for S$5, you can shop and dine in the various outlets, visit the Walk-of-Fame, and soak in the Hollywood vibes. Present your After Hours admission stub at Hollywood China Bistro, KT's Grill, Palio, Fiesta, OSIA and Starz Restaurant for an additional 15% off the total bill.

Have you caught Lake Hollywood Spectacular? 

In addition, we've heard your requests for an earlier timing for our pyrotechnics show. Thanks in part to our supportive fans on our Facebook Fan Page, Lake Hollywood Spectacular is now scheduled to begin at 9:30pm on After Hours nights.


Points to note:
From the month of September, Movie Nights are no longer available.
USS operating hours for the 15, 16, 17, 20 & 21 September is 9am to 6pm.
After Hours is unavailable on 17 September.

Preliminary findings on Battlestar Galactica

Dear fans, a lot of you have been inquiring about the status of the Battlestar Galactica Ride (BSG). We have also indicated that if there were any news or updates about the ride that we would let you know. We thank all of you for your patience in waiting for news on the attraction. RWS has just gotten preliminary investigation results and here it is:

It's time for Fight Club

It's the time of the month again! For Resorts World Sentosa Martial Combat, of course.

This month's fight nights are on 18 & 19 August, and we've got a very special promotion: National Day 45% Discount Special.

Additionally, for August's Martial Combat, we've got familiar faces - some winners from previous Martial Combat fights. We suggest that you watch out for these fighters:

18 August

Joe Ray fights Chad "The Grinder" Reiner.

Joe Ray

Chad "The Grinder" Reiner

On 16 June's Martial Combat, Ray faced Singapore-based Brazillian Jiu Jitsu black belt Zorobabel Moreira. The American fighter threw a vicious overhand right which knocked Moreira out cold after only 14 seconds of the fight. Yes, you read it right, he only took 14 seconds to win!

But don't take this fight as an outright victory. For the fight on 18 August, Ray will be facing a fighter with a very impressive MMA record. Reiner's career record is 24 wins out of 34 professional MMA fights. With lots of experience under The Grinder's belt, this UFC veteran will definitely be a challenge for Ray.

19 August

Ole "Iron Fist" Laursen fights Nicholas Leconte.

Ole "Iron Fist" Laursen

Nicholas Leconte

Laursen took part in the main event of the first ever Martial Combat on 12 May, where he won in a fight with Brazillian sensation Eduardo "Edu" Pachu. The Superfight Championship Showdown between Laursen and Pachu appeared to be well matched, until fan favourite Laursen eventually triumphed by putting Pachu in a rear-naked choke which led to a tap-out submission.

This time round, Laursen - the current Martial Combat Superfight Belt holder - will be facing Nicholas Leconte from USA. Originally from the USA but now training out of South Korea, Leconte is ready to make his mark on the Martial Combat scene. But the question is, will he be able to tame the Iron Fist?

With such great deals and exciting fights to look out for, you really shouldn't miss this month's Martial Combat. For more information about purchasing tickets, please visit our website.

See you there!

The Sun set down late last Saturday.....

Fluorescent light sticks. Enthusiastic sing-alongs. Jumping, screaming fans. If you guessed a concert, you wouldn't be far off. But unlike other concerts, there's a slight catch - this one happened in Universal Studios Singapore.

Sundown Festival 2010 returned with roaring success this year, bringing the freshest and coolest music and entertainment acts from South Korea and Japan onto the Streets of New York in Universal Studios Singapore. Enthusiasts were treated to one big Asian fashion and music extravaganza.

If you were not lucky enough to take part in this event, fret not. We have here a quick eyewitness account of what happened that night, thanks in part to our intern (Siying) who shed bucket-loads of perspiration helping out during the event last Saturday.

"It wasn't a typical Saturday, this 31st of July. Instead of the usual crowd waiting to enter the park for Hollywood After Hours, there were hordes of excited fans getting ready to groove and scream their evening away to their favorite K-pop & J-rock idols.

Right after the sun set, the festival rushed off to a great start with a fantastic performance by famed Japanese traditional drumming crew, Tenko. Tenko started off as a family Taiko group, but has now grown into an interest group with members from different nationalities and races.

Tenko (Drumming)

Before the crowd settled down from the opening act, it's time to Rock ‘N’ Roll with SuG, a Heavy Positive Rock band and also a rock visual kei group from Japan as they rock the stage with high-energy performance. They were dressed in bright colours, had elaborate hairstyles, and their music can be described as full of life and rock-to-the-top. These are what makes them so attractive!

SuG (J-Rock)

"C'mon! Put your hands up! Put your hands up!"

"Get get getting jiggy, getting jiggy" with F.cuz as they thrilled fans with titillating dance and catchy melodies.

Aww...Sweet charming boys....Oppa! Sarang-haeyo!!!"

Ah! And look who we’ve got here on stage! It’s the sexiest and hottest divas from South Korea – After School. Because of you (passionate fans), After School made their debut stage performance at Universal Studios Singapore and wowed the fans with their catchy upbeat music hits and sexy dance moves. After School definitely left a Bang! on the stage of Sundown Festival 2010.

Steaming hot and sexy girl band from South Korea – After School

Reads: “Jung Ah (a member of After School)! Will you marry me?”

Birthday surprise for Lizzy – maknae (youngest member) of the girl band

For the finale act, new age Japanese rock band, LM.C brought the house down totally! Everyone was spellbound by their impactful Electro-rock (electronic and rock pop) music and colourful visuals. It was also the band’s very first time to stage a performance in South East Asia.

maya, LM.C's vocalist

Aiji, wicked on guitar

It was a really awesome concert! I can’t wait for next year’s Sundown Festival and hope that there will be new elements to spice up this one-of-its-kind Asian music festival." - Siying

Hmm….what about next year? Will groups lik 2PM, So Nyuh Shi Dae (aka Girls’ Generation), Big Bang be performing at the Sundown Festival next year? Well, you just have to keep a lookout for Sundown Festival 2011! So until next year, rock on.

Aurelia Cats Talks About Circus Superstitions

Last week, we shared "Something you didn't know about Aurelia Cats". You might have noticed our promise to have more exclusive interviews coming up - Well, we definitely didn't forget.

We all know that circus acts flirt with danger to draw our attention and cause us to have sweaty palms and heart palpitations. That's the thrill of the show, isn't it? So for Part 2, we thought we'd ask Aurelia Cats something special: Circus Superstitions. What did she dish out? You'd have to watch to find out ;)



Aurelia Cats is one of the principal cast members in Voyage de la Vie, the resident show in Resorts World Sentosa. You have to be here to watch for yourself, as the stunning Aurelia Cats wows you in a Trapeze-Contortion act for the first time ever in Singapore!

You can purchase Voyage de la Vie tickets at our website.

August After Hours at Universal Studios Singapore

It's ACTION month this August.

If you still haven't heard, Universal Studios Singapore welcomes you to soak in the beautiful evening view along Hollywood Boulevard.

Enjoy After Hours, every Friday and Saturday from 7pm till 10pm for S$5. Don't throw away your admission stub! Show it at Hollywood China Bistro, KT's Grill, Palio, Fiesta, OSIA and Starz Restaurant for 15% discount off the total bill.

But as Shrek loved to say, "Cut to the chase!", so we will.

There's plenty of ACTION in the movies shown this month. Movie Nights are featuring some great blockbusters - watch power-armoured superheroes (and supervillains) slough it out. Or if you prefer conspiracies, there's the good ol' adventure blast-from-the-past or the modern day thriller.

And remember to cap your night out spectacularly (literally!) by catching Lake Hollywood Spectacular at 10pm. But please bear in mind that Hollywood After Hours is not available this Saturday, 31 July, because of Sundown Festival.

Here are the movies screening in August, only at Pantages Hollywood Theater:

6 and 7 August: Iron Man

CIO of Weapon Company Stark Industries, Engineering genius and Playboy Tony Stark was injured and kidnapped in Afghanistan while demonstrating a new missile to potential buyers. Forced by his captors to forge a missile, Stark plans for his escape by creating an armoured suit and a contraption to sustain his life.

Back in the States, Stark announces his plans to cease his weaponry business and starts work on an updated armoured suit, only to find out that his trusted second-in-command has betrayed him by selling Stark weapons to the insurgents, forcing Stark to use his suit as a deadly weapon.

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13 and 14 August: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

It’s 1957, and the Soviets have their eye on Professor Henry Jones, more widely known as Indiana Jones to fans. They abducted Jones’ old colleague, Henry Oxley, who, before his capture, entrusted a youngster by the name of Mutt Williams to pass a coded message to Jones. With this code, the pair travelled to Peru to hunt down the legendary skill made from a single piece of quartz.

Enter the Russians, led by psychic Colonel Irina Spalko, who made an attempt at snatching the skull away from Jones before he can deliver it to its rightful place. Fallen into the wrong hands, the skulls powers would be very dangerous. Could the aging professor and the young buck save the world from peril?

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20 and 21 August: G. I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra

Two soldiers, Duke and “Ripcord”, were attacked while transporting a special weapon for a corporation named “MARS” in Kazahkstan. Things were made more complicated when the attack force was led by one Anastasia DeCobray, once romantically linked with Duke.

The pair was saved by a top secret Special Forces unit known only as G.I Joe, and decides to join the Joes in their trail to hunt down the mastermind of an evil organization known as “Cobra”. In their investigation, the Joes found out that “MARS” owner McCullen is not what he seems to be when they discovered one of McCullen’s projects, the deadly “Nanomite” warhead, which eats up any metallic products once activated. The Joes must uncover the mastermind behind this warhead before the world is destroyed.

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28 and 29 August: The Bourne Ultimatum

In the 3rd and final Bourne instalment, Jason Bourne is forced out of his hiding, by unwitting London-based reporter Simon Ross, who’s digging into the covert Operation Blackbriar, the successor of Project Treadstone, in a series of newspaper columns.

Bourne decides to meet and save Ross from The Company’s clutches, but ultimately fails. From this experience, Bourne decides to once and for all, uncover his dark past while at the same time, avoid capture by The Company.