It's better if you're willing to think

Rating: 8/10 (26 July 2014)

Lucy is a movie about a young woman who, through a series of unfortunate events, is able to access the dormant parts of her mind. She is able to go above and beyond the limits set by nature and discovers knowledge never before imagined by mankind. Her plight is to find a new purpose for herself, and discover what she is suppose to with her new found knowledge.
The film is fast paced with small action sequences throughout, which Luc Besson places strategically throughout the film in order to keep the audience entertained and engaged in the actual purpose of the film, which is the examination of the human condition and, subsequently, life. It bounces back and forth between discussing and analyzing life itself, and interpreting the meaning of life for individuals. Science, philosophy, an a bit of buried theology combine for a truly thought provoking experience if one is willing to leave their preconceptions behind when watching.
Much of the beauty of this film is found intellectually, with little more than average ratings in most cinematic areas such as acting, screenplay, effects, etc... That's not to say those area's were done poorly by any means, as that is not even close to the truth; simply that there was nothing truly exceptional about them.
Either way, whether you dig into the intellectual aspects of this film or not, with a beautiful lead, gunfights, fast car scenes, and an international drug ring to top it off, there's plenty in this movie to keep you thoroughly entertained.