An original and intriguing story idea, a good movie

Rating: 8/10 (29 July 2015)

I liked this a lot. An original story idea following a yummy Bradley Cooper as Eddie; an aspiring author who overcomes his writers block with the aid of a new drug that unlocks the full potential of his brain. NZT allows him to recall everything he has ever read, seen or heard, learn a language in a day, and comprehend complex equations. He also forges into a partnership with a powerful businessman (Robert DeNiro) while suffering side effects and trying to evade the bad guys, intent on getting his stash.
Considering the top billing DeNiro was kind of a non-issue here, he has a very small role. I liked the scene in the park where 'Lindy' -the girlfriend escapes the bad guys via NZT, running skills and the sharp blade of a skate.
I did have a few problems with some of the ending scenes being kinda silly, such as the easily accessible "safe house" with the breakable windows allowing the bad guys to get in. Still, a good movie. I would love a few of these pills. I would love to be able to access more of my brain, have more energy, learn a language, figure stuff out. 7/12/15