The “Reel” Deal
Posted on Jun 16, 2011 in Inside UAB
Ranking the merits of Limitless … The Adjustment Bureau … Source Code …
Limitless
(PG13; Runtime: 106 Mins)
Suspenseful tale of a struggling writer (Bradley Cooper) who, trying to get his life back together and book published, resorts to a new-market drug. The drug’s effects allow him to use all of his brain’s potential, leading the winding storyline to one man’s struggle with power, money and life choices. C
The Adjustment Bureau
(PG13; Runtime: 99 Mins)
Candidate for a potential U.S. Senate seat, David Norris (Matt Damon) finds love in the least likely of moments. Although, however strong the connection of the two lovers may be, there is a greater power trying to deter their efforts of being together. The Adjustment Bureau is set on keeping Norris on his pre-determined path at success, but can true love be stopped? B-
Source Code
(PG13; Runtime: 94 Mins)
A U.S. soldier (Jake Gyllenhaal) wakes up on a train headed through Chicago. He does not know why he is there or who anyone is. The soldier soon realizes he is on a mission to prevent subsequent terrorist attacks in the city. With a train full of potential suspects and victims, a growing admiration for a female passenger, and a multitude of questions regarding his own self-worth, Source Code effectively blends sci-fi and real-world drama. B+