3:10 To Yuma (2007)

The acting is what really stands out in this Western. You may not agree with the choices made by the characters, most of which appear to be bad ones, but you can tell they believe in what they are doing.

Rating: B-

Limitless (2011)

Smart, like the drug it’s centered around. I appreciated the cinematic changeup that occurred alongside the characters metamorphisms. Bright, vivid colors under the influence. Dim, monochromatic hues when they came off. These editing tricks really helped to propel the story forward. They did a good job with pacing too, balancing equal parts action and drama. Kudos to director Neil Burger for taking this film to the next level.

Rating: B