Limitless

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An unsuccessful writer's life is transformed by a top-secret "smart drug" that allows him to become a perfect version of himself.
  • Starring: Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro
  • Directed by: Neil Burger
  • Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Release year: 2011
  • Studio: Relativity Media
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Synopsis: An unsuccessful writer's life is transformed by a top-secret "smart drug" that allows him to become a perfect version of himself.
Starring: Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro
Supporting actors: Abbie Cornish, Anna Friel
Directed by: Neil Burger
Genre: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: Details
Release year: 2011
Studio: Relativity Media
MPAA Rating: Rated PG-13 for thematic material involving a drug, violence including disturbing images, sexuality and language
ASIN: B005DD7H50 (Rental) and B005DD7MH8 (Purchase)
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  • US Theatrical Release Date: March 18, 2011
  • MPAA: Rated PG-13 for thematic material involving a drug, violence including disturbing images, sexuality and language
  • Production Company: Relativity Media, Virgin Produced, Rogue, Many Rivers Productions, Boy of the Year
  • Filming Locations: Bahia de Banderas, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico | Chinatown, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA | Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, USA | Henry St & Oliver St, New York City, New York, USA | Islas Marietas, Nayarit, Mexico

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4.1 out of 5 stars
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4.1 out of 5 stars
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“ Good action, very entertaining. ” Me Ted  |  84 reviewers made a similar statement
“ Bradley Cooper gives a great performance and so does De Niro. ” DAmbrose  |  46 reviewers made a similar statement
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168 of 187 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars THIS YEAR'S SLEEPER May 28, 2011
By Michael TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
I was taken in by the opening credits as an outline of a brain turns into a city. I am a big sucker for that microcosm/ macrocosm stuff.

Edward has writer's block. He has a book contract for some reason, yet hasn't written a word. His girlfriend, who was his meal ticket leaves him. Bummed out he decides to go live on a bunk bed at Dad's place in New Jersey, but then bumps into his ex-brother-in-law, who is a drug dealer. He offers Edward a pill that increases a person's use of their brain. They can recall everything they have seen or read and can correlate it to increase intelligence. The smarter a person is to begin with, the more data they have to work with. Edward is a smart guy to begin with, so he is able to start his book. The downside is that the pill wears off. Not only does one lose the abilities, but they get a little ADD, and throw up like a heroin addict. Too much of the pill causes a Mr. Hyde type of character including blackouts. Edward's supplier is murdered and Edward finds his stash of pills and a wad of cash.

Edward uses his ability to make money on Wall Street. He catches the attention of big time corporations as well as the Russian mafia. He quickly finds out people who take the smart pill eventually die from either taking too much or running out. Edward must try to balance his life.

I loved the concept. I loved how they did the drug effect with simple but effective camera tricks. Anyone who has come down off of cocaine, LSD, or heroin knows how Edward feels and he portrays a man coming off drugs very well.

I even liked the ending, although the last few minutes should have been stretched out. No nudity.
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48 of 55 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Must see for action junkies!!! June 15, 2011
By DrOz
Format:DVD
When we watched the preview we were drawn in by the action and with Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro we figured it had to be good. We really liked the storyline and how Bradley Cooper uses being limitless to maximize his potential and with De Niro as the bad guy it just clicks, especially with the chemistry these guys have. This movie is filled with twists and turns over a pill that lets Cooper use 100% of his brain and of course what will happen when the pills run out? This movie definitely delivered on our expectations and if you like action movies it should exceed yours as well......
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23 of 28 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars First half of movie great, second half faded ......... September 4, 2011
By M. A Spitzer
Format:Amazon Instant Video
LIMITLESS was one of those movies I really wanted to see after I saw the previews.
The premise of the film was great and insightful.

The first half of the movie lived up to the expectations and set the proper tone for what this sort of experience and capability would be like.

But the second half of the movie seemed like it was written by a different screenplay writer and led by a different Director.
The second half of the movie really faded into a sort of comedy and all the tensions and initial build-up was lost.

In the end, the film failed to fully capitalize on its initial brilliance.

Add to that the fact one must overlook the obvious logic flaws in the movie .....

Foe example, if this drug was able to make your mind so sharp and able to learn and master new skills like Classical Music and 3-4 foreign languages in only 2 days, would it have not seemed obvious to spend 3-4 days learning Chemistry so you could synthesize the mind enhancing drug yourself and thus not be reliant on somebody else for a supply ?

A good premise and entertaining movie that did not quite reach its potential
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Published 5 days ago by Carol Wright
4.0 out of 5 stars Good movie!
While it isn't scientifically accurate. (The whole point being using 100% of your brain at a time, which would be called a seizure) The movie does have an interesting plot.
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Published 10 days ago by P. Scott Pope
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Published 10 days ago by Debbie Light Nash
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this movie. . .
It is my favorite because I have lived with natural brain enhancement caused by bipolar illness and I know what it feels like to be this way. Read more
Published 11 days ago by L. Hotchkiss
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!
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Published 13 days ago by Mina_Chan_301
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome!
AWESOME MOVIE. Every time I watch this I am amazed at all the creative camera work and editing skills. Definitely recommend!
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