The Vidiot Reviews...

Rating: Null/10 (24 July 2011)

Limitless
Until now, the only magic pill that a writer could take to gain fame and fortune was a sleeping pill...and plenty of 'em.
Fortunately, the scribe in this thriller has discovered medication that can augment his intelligence without decreasing his existence.
Already suffering writer's block, Eddie's (Bradley Cooper) despair doubles when his girlfriend (Abbie Cornish) dumps him.
His luck turns, however, when his ex-brother-in-law introduces him to an experimental drug that can boost brain function.
Blessed with brilliance, but addled by addiction, Eddie finds himself in bed with a Russian gangster and a Wall Street wizard (Robert DeNiro).
With his stash depleting, and withdrawal not an option, Eddie must use his remaining high to mastermind a plan.
With a capable cast, sweeping cinematography and stimulating script, Limitless is a slick, cerebral supposition.
However, if humans really could use 100% of their brains than reality TV ratings would be in trouble. (Green Light)