Limitless is an action thriller starring Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro. It's about a struggling writer who is introduced to a pill that allows him to access 100% of his brain. His world is suddenly transformed and he is able to write a fantastic book, learn a multitude of languages and become a rich financier all in record time; not only this, but he is able to recall everything he has ever seen or heard in his entire life. Sounds too good to be true, and it is - among some horrible side effects are dangerous enemies, dependance on the pills daily and always the fear that they will run out.
Bradley is a really good actor who is able to show a lot of emotion through his eyes. He is equally believable as a down-and-out writer and wealthy drug addict. Robert De Niro brings his usual charisma to the screen but doesnt get a lot of air time. It is a great concept but I would have thought he'd be able to do so much more with the increased brain stimulation, like levitation and telekinesis. The plot also seems to plod more than pace and the twist is rather predictable, but I like how paranoia and desperation is portrayed through different camera angles and sound effects. Overall a good movie that could have pushed the envelope further.
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