Lucy, 4:57 PM

Lucy, a woman living an unfocused life in Taipei, is tricked into delivering a package for her boyfriend. She soon discovers she has unwillingly become a drug mule for a synthetic drug. When the drug is absorbed into her body, Lucy begins to develop extraordinary physical and mental abilities, transforming her into a powerful warrior. As she gains more control over her new abilities, she races against time to find the drug's creators and seek revenge.

Lucy received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising Scarlett Johansson's performance and the film's unique concept and visual style. However, some critics found the plot to be derivative and the scientific explanations implausible.

• Visually striking and features a commanding performance from Scarlett Johansson.

• An ambitious sci-fi concept that, while not always perfectly executed, offers plenty of thrilling moments.

• The film's exploration of human potential and evolution is thought-provoking, despite its fantastical premise.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's action sequences, Scarlett Johansson's performance, and the innovative premise. Some viewers found the plot somewhat predictable or the scientific aspects hard to swallow, but overall, it was seen as an entertaining and visually impressive sci-fi thriller.

Nominated for Best Sci-Fi Film at the 2015 Saturn Awards.

The film's title, 'Lucy', refers to the famous hominid fossil 'Lucy' (Australopithecus afarensis), symbolizing humanity's evolutionary past, which is thematically linked to the film's exploration of human potential.