Limitless

A slick, propulsive rush that feels like a caffeine high, then turns paranoid and tense as the drug's cost becomes clear.

Directed by

Neil Burger

Genres

Thriller, Mystery, Science fiction

Starring

Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Abbie Cornish

Tagline

What if a pill could make you rich and powerful?

Overview

The life of an unsuccessful writer is transformed by a top-secret 'smart drug' that allows him to use 100% of his brain and become a perfect version of himself. His enhanced abilities soon attract shadowy forces that threaten his new life.

How it feels

Tense, dark and cynical. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Ambition, power, obsession, corruption

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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