The main reason I would suggest, as to why Powell holds back on expanding the grander themes, is that the third film has a very diffent tone to it. Casino Royale reeks of desperation, trying to cash in on the Bourne aesthetic, as has Arnold, who frankly is copying Powell. The use of staccato strings over big percussion is now the staple of all action films and to consistently compare ultimatum to David Arnold's score for Casino Royale is bloody insult. The reviewer obviously is ignorant to how influential Powell's scores have been, in their use of contemporary percussion and synths combined with orchestral score. To be so negative about the first Bourne soundtrack is also unfair. Written to picture, so listening to them on their own, you should remember you're not hearing it in context. Soundtracks are not stand-alone music, you can't listen to them like you would a regular album. Not once does the writer mention how the music is supporting the actual film. I must say, the review demonstrates a total lack of understanding. I've just read the review of The Bourne Ultimatum soundtrack.
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