Limitless

The special effects and editing of this film are something I played particular attention to when watching this film. As director, Neil Barker's film was based upon the superhuman abilities of an individual using the entire capacity of his brain by the use of this dangerously clever drug, special effects were ought to be outstanding. 

From the beginning right until the very end - the continuos movement of the transitions between shots were very fast, creating a hectic, thrilling adventure for the audience. As the main character, Eddie (Bradley Cooper), gained his powerful skills both physically and mentally, the film was forced to include visuals of these. A specific shot I remember was one where he was in the process of completing his novel and in order to represent the ideas and words flowing out of his brain instantly onto a word document, letter shapes and forms were surrounding him in the shot. 

The lighting of shots were highly relevant in the whole film. In relation to the characters who were consuming this magic drug - the lighting was brightly lit, simply because of the positive atmospheric vibes. In contrast, as soon as the pill was unavailable, the character (especially shown by Eddie's ex-wife Melissa)who appears dull, tired and worn out due to her lack of the drug. 

                                           

  

Although this film as no connections to our film opening, it was very interesting to watch a completely different genre of film that has managed to capture aspects of suspense, darkness and fear with the great use of special effects and editing.