Movie Review: Limitless

Who doesn't love a film with a hunky Hollywood star in the lead role?  Let's be clear though -its not the only reason I picked this movie.  Bradley Cooper's baby blues are swoon worthy but what really caught my attention is the main character.  Eddie Morra is a writer - not just any writer - he's a 'tortured-soul-complete-with-messy-hair-bleary-eyed-in-throes-of-writers-block'type of writer.  A writer whose rather pretty and clever girlfriend (with the credit card) leaves him to his own demise.

Enter the devil in the form of his ex-brother-law, who offers him salvation in the form of a smart drug, NZT, - of course its untested and illegal.  Miraculously or not, Eddie is able to perform incredible feats - such as total recall of everything he's read in the past, like, ever.  Overnight, he becomes a talented linguist and he plays the stock market - not unlike a demon on RedBull - trading live stock for dollar signs.  Life for Eddie hums along nicely for all of five minutes - until he runs out of the NZT.  Gordon Gekko comes knocking in the guise of Wall Street Jackal, Van Loon, played by Robert De Niro - a would-be corporate mentor for Eddie.  Throw into the mix one particular nasty Russian crime-boss from the streets and well, things slide from bad to horrifically awful in milliseconds.

So, did I like this film?  You know the 'Its Complicated' status on Facebook?  Well, it's like that - not quite knowing who's telling the truth - and the disparity between Good vs. Evil? Yes, that old cookie - in our fluffy-cotton-wool-world, Good naturally takes Evil, right?  Not so with this movie - it's well... complicated... in a 'wannabe-Inception-meets-the original-Wall-Street-and-flirts-with-Bourne-Identity' type of way.  What I really loved? His kick-ass apartment and the special effects when his old self caught up to his shiny -new improved version.  And the humour, there's plenty of it - I especially love the Chinese restaurant scene.  Do I recommend viewing?  Er, yes.  I'd definitely recommend this one for Bradley Cooper Pantsers and De Niro Worshippers.  Needless to say, I tick both those boxes.


Gratuitous shot of Mr Cooper
* deep sigh *


Photocredits via weheartit


A/N:  Hello!  Yes, it's another late night post this side of the pond, the parallel universe is certainly keeping me on my toes.  I hope you are all well - and writing?  Have a fabulous weekend wherever you are on this lovely planet.  I'll be relaxing and spending the last few days with my mother this weekend - she flies back very, very soon.   Talei xox


PS:  And yes, I posted Mr Coopers pic at the end of my review - so you wouldn't get distracted before reading it... I know you didn't, right? 

Comments

Good move on the hot pic at the end. I dont need any more distractions! I hope your weekend is ab fab.:) I will be celebrating my 33rd year this weekend. That's got to be a lucky number right?
Danette said…
Haven'e even heard of this movie so glad to read your review first! I'll have to look it up! Good thinking to post the pic last *wipes drool off chin* I will be working the weekend. Had today off and didn't get as much actual writing done as I might have liked but I think I got that transition worked through... we'll see! Enjoy your mother and the weekend!!!
Manzanita said…
Good review. For as much as I love movies, I don't see many in the theater, anymore. It always helps to read a review by a friend.
My greetings to your Mum and you 2 have a family fun week end.
Manzanita@Wannabuyaduck
Meredith said…
Hmm. I may have to see that one. Lovely review! Have a great last few days with your mom!
Talei said…
Jessie, have a fab birthday!!

Danette, *hands hanky * there you go, dear. A worthy drool though, non? ;-)

Manzanita, thanks! You have a fun one too, lovely lady!

Meredith, thank you too! Enjoy the college football. ;-)
Michael Di Gesu said…
Hi, Talei,

It's been ages. Terrific review.

WOW, your time with mom has certainly flown by. I remember when she first had arrived.

The last two weekends I had spent in Canada vacationing, shopping, eating, shopping, of course, shopping. I have loads of pics on several posts. I hope you can drop by and visit.

I know how much you ADORE traveling and shopping. I hope all is well in your world and I hope to see you soon.
Talei said…
Michael, hello darling!

Thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed the review. Your Canada vacationing sounds right up my street - I love discovering new places to eat, shop and just soak up.

Yup, incredibly 6 weeks has flown by and mother leaves this evening, amazing huh?

Hope you are well and I shall definitely pop over to yours shortly! xx
Liza said…
Great review and the movie sounds intriguing...not to mention...eye catching. Happy weekend!
Melissa Amateis said…
Agreed! I feel "omplicated" about it, too. I liked it, but then...didn't. But oh, how nice it was to feast my eyes on those baby blues of Bradley's...
Talei said…
Liza - merci beaucoup! It's worth a peek, go on! Have a splendid weekend too!

Melissa - I know, right? Complicated, nicely filmed but there was something that left a bittersweet taste after watching. Have to say, Mr Cooper has spectacular contact lens... vibrant blue, indeed - I was blinded numerous times. ;-)

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