LUCY
You know, it’s funny to me sometimes how you can search on Netflix for a film you’ve watched a long while back and when you don’t find it, you begin to wonder why. I remembered this film recently because it’s been nearly a decade since I watched it. But I forgot that it had been that long, so it was a huge source of confusion to me when each time I searched, I wouldn’t find it. Either way, I remember this film because it’s one of the most wonderful productions I’ve seen and I thought to share it with you all today.
Lucy (2014)
Released on 25th July, 2014, Lucy is a sci-fi action film written and directed by Luc Besson and shot in major cities like Paris, New York and Taipei. It stars renowned actors like Scarlett Johansson, Morgan Freeman, Choi Min-Sik, and so on. It had a budget of $40 million and lasts for about an hour and thirty minutes in duration.
Lucy is an American student that studies in Taiwan. She is tricked by her new boyfriend into delivering a briefcase containing four bags of an invaluable synthetic drug to a South Korean drug lord. Unfortunately, after witnessing said boyfriend's death, she is captured and a bag of the synthetic drug sewn into her belly to be transported safely to Europe. However, when she is kicked on said stomach, tearing the bag and releasing its contents into her system, Lucy from then on acquires enhanced abilities, both physical and mental. And as time progresses, her abilities could only get worse…or better.
I remember feeling so hyped when I watched this. I had heard and believed then that humans only utilized only ten percent of their brain’s abilities, which is, of course untrue. But back then, I gulped the theory like water, so when I watched Lucy, my brain was filled with all the possibilities that can be actualized. I wasn’t praying to be punched violently in the belly like Lucy was, but then I kept feeling like it just took one scenario to bring to fruition that whole situation. Lol.
I think Scarlett Johansson was a brilliant actor in this film. I don’t know why I forgot who played Lucy till I saw it recently but I think she embodied the role like she always does. It could be said that she was over acting in some parts but it can only be anticipated with the way her consciousness was constantly developing and that too at a rapid rate.
Also, I loved the role that Morgan Freeman played as the professor and leading scientist. Watching him talk about all the things that was supposed to happen to Lucy because of the drug and then watching it happen were pretty beautiful moments for me. There was the violence bit that was a lot, but it was an exposition on human abilities and just how far it can go, so even though it was a tad stretched, a usual scaredy cat like me was still enthralled and I couldn’t miss out on the film because of that. The cinematography was great, and properly utilized for a movie genre that is action-adventure.
Lucy, however, has been criticized by some people due to the chronic exaggerations at some points and that at the end of it all, it seems to lack a purpose. I can attest to the possibility of this being true but it’s still a great story nonetheless, and making over ten times its budget is a testament to that. And I just might rewatch it because it has been a minute and the film is visually and aesthetically pleasing on all grounds. Have you seen this film before? What do you think?
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I've watched this movie more than once, and each time I watch it, it's always interesting. It's one of those timeless movies in my opinion. Always gets my imagination going wild as to what we'd actually be able to achieve with a 100% brain capacity. Great recommendation I must admit.
This is exactly why this is such a great film.
I like this film because, despite it being a little difficult to place in reality, certainly touches on points that fascinate people, and this cements its importance and lasting appeal. Of course, because it's directed by Luc Besson, the whole movie 'looks' great. Stylish and cool, which of course is down to him and JEan-Jacques Beinix being the founders of the 'Cinema du luck' movement in the 80's which spawned my second favourite movie of all time, Betty Blue.
Good shout in bringing this film to Hive, deserves a wider audience and if you've never seen it, please check out Betty Blue (1987) either standard length or director's cut. An awesome movie in every respect.
Those are true points indeed. It does touch on vital points that would leave the audience fascinated.
I will, in fact, check it out. I'm always on the hunt for gripping tales. Thanks for the recommendation.
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I completely agree that Lucy is an unforgettable film, and your reflection on it brings back so many memories of how unique it was. I also found myself fascinated by the concept of unlocking the full potential of the brain, even though we now know that humans use much more than just 10%. Scarlett Johansson’s portrayal of Lucy was absolutely captivating—she brought such intensity and depth to the character as she rapidly transformed into something beyond human.
The film’s boldness in exploring heightened human abilities, combined with its sleek cinematography and mind-bending visuals, really set it apart for me too. I think Morgan Freeman was the perfect choice for the role of the scientist, bringing his usual gravitas and wisdom to explain the science (or sci-fi) behind Lucy’s transformation.
Yes, I can see how some might find parts of the movie exaggerated or even aimless as Lucy's abilities grew beyond comprehension, but I feel like that’s part of what made it so entertaining—it pushed boundaries and gave us something to think about. It’s not just another action film; it’s an exploration of what might happen if we went far beyond the limits of human potential.
It’s a movie that left an impact, and now that you've reminded me of it, I might rewatch it too! It’s visually stunning and thought-provoking, even with its fantastical leaps. Thanks for the trip down memory lane!
Glad it could evoke such poignant thoughts and memories. You clearly understand the whole point of the movie which is a possibility that is just outside our reach, even though it directly affects us. I hope you feel all the beautiful emotions you felt when you watched it for the first time!
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Surely everyone who saw this movie did so only because of Scarlett Johansson. Although the plot is well done and the special effects as well, there are some scenes that are a bit... interesting. Good sci-fi movie, really. I can't complain about it.
Good review.
Well, I certainly doubt that was why I saw it, hehe, but I do agree that her presence there increased the movie's appeal on an insane level.
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