Movie review/reference. Psychology related-movie myths. Lucy 2014 (Film)

Worth 10 pts of extra credit. You must watch a movie of your choice and compare it with psychology research findings. In your TYPED report, you must state the movie name, give a one-paragraph plot summary and then list 2-3 psychology-related myths you checked from the movie (please state whether the movie was correct or incorrect and list the author’s name and date from the study that either supports or refutes the movie’s fact’. You should conclude with your personal opinion of the movie. Especially good movie reviews will be posted on Dr. S.’ website.
Your review should be TYPED and adhere the following format:
Your name
Your class info
Title of Movie
Plot Summary:
Psychology related-movie myths
1.
Does it correspond with research findings? (circle one) Yes No
Research author’s name(s) and year
2.
Does it correspond with research findings? (circle one) Yes No
Research author’s name(s) and year
3.
Does it correspond with research findings? (circle one) Yes No
Research author’s name(s) and year
My personal opinion of the movie:
Plot Summary: This books follows Eddie Morra who uses a new designer drug (NZT) to boost his brain power. He is a total losers until he uses the drug. After the first dose, he starts and finishes writing a book (supposedly a masterpiece). Later he gets hired at a financial firm to make tons of money. He draws the attention of a business tycoon who first asks as a boss, but turns out to be after Morra’s supply of NZT as withdrawal produces death. Ultimately, Morra is so smart that he is able to taper off the drug without suffering any consequences for his drug use.
Psychology related-movie myths
1. Humans only use 20% of their brains.
Does it correspond with research findings? (circle one) Yes No
Research author’s name(s) and year Consonni et al (2013)
2. Stimulant drugs make you smarter.
Does it correspond with research findings? (circle one) Yes No
Research author’s name(s) and year Wood (2011)
3. Withdrawal from certain drugs can cause death.
Does it correspond with research findings? (circle one) Yes No
Research author’s name(s) and year Fullwood et al. (2013)
My personal opinion of the movie: I hated this movie. It’s based on the incorrect assumption that humans only use a small part of their brain. It adds insult because it’s ending basically endorses drug use with the idea that you can use them and only experience the benefits with no sides effects and no withdrawal (if you are smart enough). I was left wondering what drug company/cartel sponsored this flick.