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JamesLMar 27, 2011

This was simply a cheap movie with limited appeal. I thought it ran out of steam about half way through. The ending was unexpected and weak. Do not waste your time.

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AaronMApr 1, 2011

This movie was entertaining but it falls into its own trap of being about taking a drug. It is nauseating for the viewer to watch a drug user go through highs and lows. It really is a nasty trip to go along for the ride of a user who isThis movie was entertaining but it falls into its own trap of being about taking a drug. It is nauseating for the viewer to watch a drug user go through highs and lows. It really is a nasty trip to go along for the ride of a user who is tripping. So, I enjoyed the highs of this movie... and I hated the lows, which should be expected... but it doesn't make it worth recommending.… Expand

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Btonks1Mar 27, 2011

When I first saw this film I was left with a little pit of disappointment. After patiently waiting for a month to watch, I felt that the pacing of the film seemed to be very uneven and that the ending had such little impact. However, afterWhen I first saw this film I was left with a little pit of disappointment. After patiently waiting for a month to watch, I felt that the pacing of the film seemed to be very uneven and that the ending had such little impact. However, after being given a chance to digest what I'd seen, this film has been able to grow on me. It feels refreshingly original and has some great visual effects, including a fraction zoom which I'm a big fan of. Some interesting characters as well. Overall, Limitless is a very good watch.… Expand

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Edward9630Jul 23, 2011

Limitless is an alright film. The story is a bit interesting and when he takes the pills and gets knowledge and do what smart people do they were cool scenes. The problems with the film is it could have gone into more detail about how theLimitless is an alright film. The story is a bit interesting and when he takes the pills and gets knowledge and do what smart people do they were cool scenes. The problems with the film is it could have gone into more detail about how the pills came from and alot of the scenes in the film didnt interest me at all. I would give this film a high rental.… Expand

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Kamera24Aug 29, 2011

I have to say that I was genuinely excited about the subject of the movie starring a rising star( Cooper) and a old-timey one(De Niro). Ultimately the movie fell flat not to mention the stupidity of the ultimate scene, it should be noted thatI have to say that I was genuinely excited about the subject of the movie starring a rising star( Cooper) and a old-timey one(De Niro). Ultimately the movie fell flat not to mention the stupidity of the ultimate scene, it should be noted that the movie failed due to screenplay. Uneven, filled with holes and lacking realism, it proves to be underwhelming specially in contrast to the directing. The high-point of Limitless are the incredible shots provided by Neil Burger and Jo Willems used to describe the effect of the drug or the sensational lingering non stop zooms of New York City. Another positive point is Bradley Cooper's transformation from a failing unsure of himself writer to a brilliant and **** trader, Cooper shows range as well as emotion as the title character. The rest of the cast is quite unmemorable, filled with uninteresting as well as pointless characters. Limitless could have been a great movie if so many details wouldn't have been overlooked : an unfinished script, failure to find material for the supporting characters and a let's start writing the sequel ending.… Expand

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csw12May 25, 2013

An interesting concept with a good lead by Bradley Cooper but Limitless is certainly nothing to be jumping up and down about. The movie by the mid way point was starting to lose steam and the ending was lazy and weak.

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Trev29May 26, 2013

Interesting premise that dwindles in creativeness and excitement minute by minute. It is an easy movie to watch, but whether it is worth sitting through is a different story.

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dev92Aug 25, 2012

This film had so much potential but there were just too many holes in it for me to give it a positive rating. It was pretty much as close as you can get to one and I do believe that most people will be entertained throughout the film as IThis film had so much potential but there were just too many holes in it for me to give it a positive rating. It was pretty much as close as you can get to one and I do believe that most people will be entertained throughout the film as I was. Maybe I just couldn't get behind the idea 100% which would have to be the director's fault (though it could just be me).… Expand

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MovieGuysJul 14, 2014

While Limitless definitely has some intelligence, the whole experience of seeing this movie seems fake. There's something about every perfect little plot point, every twist and turn, and even Bradley Cooper's charismatic and risky performanceWhile Limitless definitely has some intelligence, the whole experience of seeing this movie seems fake. There's something about every perfect little plot point, every twist and turn, and even Bradley Cooper's charismatic and risky performance that makes me think there's a side of this movie that isn't being shown. Watching this left me feeling a little uneasy and suspicious, and I didn't believe a second of the movie.… Expand

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YorkManApr 3, 2016

Limitless is a film with a brilliant premise, with Bradley Cooper as Eddie Morrow, an intelligent but burnt out writer whose life is kind of running away from him. Tied to a deadline to produce the first chapters of a new book (afterLimitless is a film with a brilliant premise, with Bradley Cooper as Eddie Morrow, an intelligent but burnt out writer whose life is kind of running away from him. Tied to a deadline to produce the first chapters of a new book (after receiving an advance payment he's effectively wasted), dumped by his woman Lindy (Abbie Cornish), chased up for rent by his Chinese landlady and effectively getting to his wits end.
Salvation comes in the unlikely form of his ex-brother-in-law Vernon (Johnny Whitworth), a low-life drug dealer who he bumps into whilst on a walk around his neighbourhood. Seemingly well to do with flash clothes and a nice apartment, he gives Eddie a clear looking pill explaining it's an experimental drug which enhances recall.
Eddie, unsure but also running out of options, heads home and takes the pill on the way. He suddenly finds himself able to access every memory in his mind, literally everything that he's ever seen, heard or been exposed to. But not only that, these memories are coherent and accessible with the necessary context, effectively making him super-intelligent. With this massive increase in intellect comes a massive increase in confidence, focus and ability to learn.

He gets back to his apartment building and, using his new abilities, immediately beds the landlady's daughter after briefly spotting an obscure book in her bag that he remembered from his own days in college. He also recalls the background conversations between said book's owner and uses this knowledge (and his increased confidence) to dazzle the woman. He then immediately tidies his apartment, cleans all his clothes, and knocks out the chapters of his book in a few hours.

However, things get complicated when the pill wears off. Eddie goes to see Vernon, but Vernon is shot by those he had stolen the pills from. Eddie locates the pills and begins to take one a day, using them to turn his life around.
In order to secure funds he borrows a substantial amount from an Eastern European loan shark, and invests in the stock exchange, becoming the darling of the financial world. He reconnects with Lindy who is shocked by the transformation and worried about the pills. And he eventually comes into contact with Carl Van Loon (Robert De Niro), a billionaire tycoon who has motives of his own.

Will Eddie come out on top? Watch the film and find out.

But is the film any good?

Well, yes and no. The first 45 minutes is brilliant, setting up the story and displaying the 'power' of the pills, their effect on Eddie, and the transformation of his life. The rest of the movie is like a different film, with the introduction of De Niro's character, and the shift from sci-fi/fantasy and action, into a more dramatic and slower paced, almost 'cat and mouse' thriller. To me it suffered massively because of that, and it's clear that the film is based on a novel. I can imagine the book having a lot more depth and exposition in regard to the set up, as well as a more cogent rationale for characters' actions leading to the ending.
It's no surprise that the television show bases its own narrative more around the action and sci-fi/fantasy elements of the first act of the movie.
Overall the film is very good, but the complete tonal shift does mean the pace becomes almost a crawl (save for a couple of action set-pieces) after that initial 45 minutes.

If it pops up on television, give it a whirl. But it's not a film I'd recommend anyone actively seek out.… Expand

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eva3si0nOct 21, 2019

I don 't understand why the film has such high ratings and people like it. A regular thriller, a primitive plot, a delusional happy ending that goes into the incision of the very atmosphere of the film.

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DawdlingPoetNov 27, 2021

At first when I realised the concept of this movie, I thought it was quite clever and something I hadn't seen before but its main downfall, I felt, was that the main character just seemed too full of himself to be particularly likeable. IAt first when I realised the concept of this movie, I thought it was quite clever and something I hadn't seen before but its main downfall, I felt, was that the main character just seemed too full of himself to be particularly likeable. I suppose men would like him as they may see themselves in his shoes and want to play the role as the all knowing, fast moving, show off type. Also seeing the different female characters swoon over the fact that he's clever did make me think 'oh brother!'. Also the fact that the female characters seemed to be reliant on him to tell them what to do at times, that made me cringe. Perhaps this movie is best left for men?.

Some of the dialogue between him and the big players he tries to big himself up to got rather tedious as well, I felt. At points in the film, its voiced by a narrator (the main actors voice, that of Bradley Cooper) which also oozes smugness, you could say.

I noticed its quite stylised in terms of the colour filters used - I noticed a heavy use of a blue tint, which in a way perhaps adds something to the feeling of paranoia that comes across mid way through the movie - this coupled with some very wonky (or dizziness enducing you could say) camera moves that also help to create a strong feeling of suspense at one or two points.

This is quite a gritty movie, with some big names in the cast, as well as obviously Bradley Cooper there's also Robert De Niro who appears if but fairly briefly, giving a pretty average performance. I'd categorise this as a part science fiction based (in terms of the concept of the drug) drama/thriller and it does feature some suspense although not entirely throughout. Content wise, there are some sexually suggestive scenes (not much is shown but its fairly obvious what their implying is going on), some moderate, bloody violence and strong language and indeed it carries a 15 rating reflecting this.

Overall this movie is alright and I imagine some would find it quite cool and pretty entertaining but it didn't really appeal to me personally. I like the basic premise of the story but its a bit too cocky I suppose and some of the more bland dialogue bored me at times, so im going with a 3 star rating overall, which I think is fair enough.

No I wouldn't recommend this movie as such, although some may quite enjoy it and its fairly watchable, it just didn't really appeal to me. The main character came across as a bit too smug and I didn't like one or two plot aspects, so I wouldn't go out of your way to catch it but others may of course enjoy it more than I did.… Expand

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joshybeanMay 31, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its a fun, over the top journey that wont bore you but will definitely make you question the movie. I want to talk about the ending and the overall message of the movie. It seemed like the movie was heading in the direction that there is no shortcut and by taking the enhancing drugs you will save yourself in the short term but kill yourself long term. It makes you feel that you are doing well but in reality you are dying. But then, all the sudden, Bradley Cooper goes "let me just lower the dose" OMG GENIUS AND NOW HE TAKES IT WITH NO CONSEQUENCES. The movies message is that its worth taking the drugs in the short term because in the end you can become senator and get your girlfriend back after you cheat on her multiple times and lie to her constantly. If you cheat and completely change who you are and everything that you do you will become super successful and everyone will love you. Like what the **** why did he win he makes no sense. The movie has some great qualities and De Niro does a great job. Also the reveal that more people are on NZT and it can explain may peoples overnight success was a cool reveal. De Niros little monologue on success is up there with my favorite moments of his. If you havent seen it, I think this is worth a single watch.… Expand

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MarcDoyleMar 21, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's somewhat entertaining, but feels a little too sterile for lack of a better word. I definitely chuckled throughout. When Cooper "realizes" he can fight in the subway, however, it feels like a bad parody of "Chuck". And the end? Pretty weak. No larger lesson for anyone, and it's going for a "Player" ending, but with no savvy or grace. DeNiro is wasted in this as well. Abbie Cornish is solid, and Anna Friel is pretty courageous in a minor part.… Expand

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Jquinn914Mar 29, 2011

I mean, I suppose if you're a child or have an IQ below 100, the plot holes and otherwise sketchy moments that appear, in all seriousness, every 15-20 minutes. A friend, who also thought Battle LA was phenomenal and thinks Transformers 2 isI mean, I suppose if you're a child or have an IQ below 100, the plot holes and otherwise sketchy moments that appear, in all seriousness, every 15-20 minutes. A friend, who also thought Battle LA was phenomenal and thinks Transformers 2 is the best movie to date, said "it's a movie" not able to understand that even fictional movies aren't meant to have a flawed storyline, let alone every other scene being questionable. All logic aside, I found it a very boring movie, the whole premise was a lot like Phenomenon but at least Travolta didn't develop his powers through pharmaceuticals and there was a hint of Wall Street to it. It wasn't original, the plot was just silly, and there wasn't nearly enough mindless action to make it fun. All in all, I've seen far worse, but there is no reason to go out of your way and see this. It was a waste of time.… Expand

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ShrdluMar 27, 2011

Not happy with this one. Players fine; effx refreshing and startling at first, then boring; plot flags and eventually peters out. And then it went on. And on. Too long, with nothing new or exciting to say.

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TTW107Dec 25, 2011

Don't get me wrong I was entertained by this movie but there are just too many loopholes in the story and too many convenient things happen to keep the movie going. I wouldn't watch it again.

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shubhamchauhanJun 6, 2019

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ScraperJul 1, 2017

After the initial novelty wears off, Limitless becomes dull, much like the medication in the film. It's like Lucy if the main character was an alpha male. For all the amazing qualities the drug boasts, the writing was anything but anAfter the initial novelty wears off, Limitless becomes dull, much like the medication in the film. It's like Lucy if the main character was an alpha male. For all the amazing qualities the drug boasts, the writing was anything but an epiphany. The plot exalts money and power, not creativity.… Expand

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ppal11Mar 19, 2011

Feeling totally "duped" by this movie. I was expecting Leslie Nielson or Steve Martin to appear! Great premise but the movie falls apart and becomes a farce. Save your money!

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thestephenkentJul 31, 2011

one of the most disappointing movies i've ever seen. great, original concept, but it was just executed poorly. for a 94-minute movie, i pushed the info button on my remote an extraordinary number of times, just to see when it would end.

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4toMillionsAug 28, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. How could a movie so well acted with such a great concept that has plenty of nifty tricks up its sleeve go so wrong? Plot holes bigger than the hole in Bin Laden's head.
Let's not even discuss how his loser brother-in-law would have gotten his hands on the drug to begin with. We'll start with what I believe to be the most obvious and by far the most annoying prolem in the film. If you rub a lamp and a genie pops out, the first thing you are going to ask for is more wishes. If you found a pill that gave you a "4 digit IQ", you would immediately secure an unlimited supply of said pill. Only in this movie, multiple people have taken the pill, and despite being super geniouses, none of them had thought of this. Our main character didn't even think of until last 15 minutes of the flick. And, why would he need to go to a chemist to have the pill made. Surely he is smarter than the chemist. And, I would think the fewer people that know about a pill like this the better.
Why the hell does he have to borrow money from a Russian Mobster? He wrote what is sure to be the greatest piece of literature of modern times in less than a week. I am sure the publishing company would have been happy to advance him a $100,000 for the rights to his next work. Our super genious also forgets to go pay the mobster back despite having over $2,000,000 in the bank and a perfect memory. This is a slap in the face to audiences' intelligence.
The holes don't stop there. They just keep a'comin'. Multiple people have taken this drug. All of whom were transformed into geniouses in the process. Yet, he was the only one that realized if you eat and don't drink alcohol there are zero side effects. What? Seriously? You have to be @&!> kidding me. It's that simple? That's it? And he is the only one that figured it out.
What was really great were the fight scenes where he was able to take on 10 guys at once. All he had to do was channel Bruce Lee via some memory he had of watching the Chinese Connection and Enter the Dragon. Just amazing! Amazing how this apperantly only applied to him. The pill popping genious Russian didn't even notice he had grabbed and was holding a weapon behind his back. Though we don't know how it all went down with the lawyer, I doubt he put up much of a fight either. Sadly, it gets worse. So, he kills the Russian and he is laying there with no more pills when it hits him. He needs to drink the blood of the Russian to get the drug into his system. Even if this were possible, and I highly doubt it is, he would have to drink just about every ounce of blood in the guys body. But our hero just takes two spoonfull size gulps off the tiled floor. And bam! He is back in the action in less than 30 seconds. Just incredible.
Plenty more ludicrous stuff follows until we finally come to the end, and what is clearly the second most ridiculous event of the movie. De Niro's character comes to meet Cooper's character to let him know that he now controls the supply of the drug. And if he doesn't do what they tell him to do, he will be cut off. Improbably, our super genious hadn't been able to figure out what company made the drug. Even more unlikely than that is the chance of such a meeting ever even occuring. You are telling me that a power hungry, ego maniac has the opportunity to control someone who is taking the drug or just take the drug themself and he chooses the former? Doubt it. De Niro's character would have been popping more pills than Anna Nicole Smith.
If you want some real entertainment from this movie, buy the dvd and throw it into your fire as you roast marshmellows. That's about as good as it's going to get.… Expand

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NazguleroJul 23, 2011

Great. What do you get out of watching this movie ? Loser guy swallows a drug and gets super-smart. The perpetual monologues are highly annoying. In addition, the movie starts with the guy telling us that he didn't succeed. All expectation isGreat. What do you get out of watching this movie ? Loser guy swallows a drug and gets super-smart. The perpetual monologues are highly annoying. In addition, the movie starts with the guy telling us that he didn't succeed. All expectation is killed right at the start. I cannot believe a studio actually greenlights this crap.… Expand

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JimmyRcomApr 5, 2011

Dumbed down version of Click (2006), except without the moral lessons, and popping pills instead of using a remote control. My how the times have changed. Lots of cliches: struggling writer, russian thug antagonists, mayor / wallstreetDumbed down version of Click (2006), except without the moral lessons, and popping pills instead of using a remote control. My how the times have changed. Lots of cliches: struggling writer, russian thug antagonists, mayor / wallstreet bigshot as generic optimal of success.… Expand

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Why_NotMay 1, 2011

I can't believe that someone would like this. So pretentious, full of crap, drug addict obsolete. I mean fear and loath was great movie that promote using drug. This, well, this is bull shi*. I gave it zero, i couldn't give it more, i justI can't believe that someone would like this. So pretentious, full of crap, drug addict obsolete. I mean fear and loath was great movie that promote using drug. This, well, this is bull shi*. I gave it zero, i couldn't give it more, i just can't. I 'm happy that i didn't go to see in cinema i would be frustrated and betrayed. After 15 minutes watching at home i couldn't standed so much stupidity and i quit it. Just stopped and deleted, forever.… Expand

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lordzanAug 16, 2011

The film lacks any sort of direction, pacing or credibility. While I appreciate the fact that Bradley cooper doesn't want to play the stereotypical a**hole in films for the rest of his life, this movie really won't do him any good. WatchingThe film lacks any sort of direction, pacing or credibility. While I appreciate the fact that Bradley cooper doesn't want to play the stereotypical a**hole in films for the rest of his life, this movie really won't do him any good. Watching the film I didn't feel any sort of sympathy for the character. To me, he's just a looser stealing drugs off a dead guy and cheating on his girlfriend.
De Niro does his best to salvage the movie, but it's simply not possible.
Also, the premise is very unbelievable. How would a former drug dealer gain access to a highly sophisticated drug, let alone walk around with a stash on him? To sum up, I didn't care very much for the movie. P.S. relying on voice overs for insight is very very cheap.… Expand

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XavierBlaqDec 27, 2013

Limitless may not be the worst film of all-time, but it certainly tries to be. All with the air of seriousness, this movie has one of the stupidest plots I have ever seen, absolutely terrible acting, annoying narration that only makes me hateLimitless may not be the worst film of all-time, but it certainly tries to be. All with the air of seriousness, this movie has one of the stupidest plots I have ever seen, absolutely terrible acting, annoying narration that only makes me hate the protagonist, and a theme that seems to encourage being a terrible human being. This was not a movie to give a happy ending to. This was a movie that should have ended before it put a stain on the careers of everyone involved.… Expand

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