Limitless (2011)

Limitless (2011) — Sci‑Fi / Thriller What it’s about: Eddie Morra, a struggling writer whose life seems to be going nowhere, is handed a chance to reinvent himself when he tries NZT, an experimental pill that supercharges his cognition. Suddenly Eddie can remember everything he’s ever seen or read, think with razor clarity, and make decisions with uncanny speed. He rockets from obscurity to financial genius, attracting the attention of powerful businessman Carl Van Loon and dangerous criminal forces who want NZT for themselves. As Eddie’s successes mount, the pill’s costs — dependence, unpredictable side effects, and violent enemies — turn his new life into a high‑stakes fight to survive. What you’ll experience watching it: a fast, slick, adrenaline‑charged ride that mixes smart, cerebral ideas with tense action and dark humor. The film deploys kinetic editing and sharp visual cues to convey Eddie’s expanded perception, delivering vivid montages of rapid learning and problem‑solving alongside ratcheting suspense as his supply dwindles and enemies close in. Bradley Cooper anchors the story with a charismatic, restless performance; Robert De Niro adds gravitas as the polished but dangerous tycoon who sees Eddie as a tool. Expect twists, moral questions about power and addiction, and a stylish blend of financial drama, crime thriller, and science‑fiction speculation. Who it’s for: viewers who like brainy thrillers with a high tempo — if you enjoy films that pair intellectual hooks with visceral tension and ethical ambiguity, Limitless delivers an entertaining, thought‑provoking ride.

Actors: Bradley Cooper, Anna Friel, Abbie Cornish

Director: Neil Burger

Runtime: 105 min

Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller

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