Lucy, the latest film starring Scarlett Johansson performed remarkably well in theaters. The action/science fiction movie beat Dwayne Johnson’s Hercules for a solid opening. Directed by Luc Besson, Johansson plays a young woman studying in Taiwan who gets a brain-enhancing drug in her body as a result of a bad drug deal. It enables her to use all of her brain, resulting in special abilities. She uses her new-found intelligence and power as she works to stay ahead of the drug dealers. The French film also stars Morgan Freeman as a professor who may help her solve this crisis.

Lucy opened to mixed reviews, although Johansson was praised for her performance. It is another sign that women in action roles can do well at the box office. The actress is indeed a femme fatale whose character transforms from being hurt and exploited to the one who is dangerous. Johansson has had a strong year with her other films Chef and Captain America: The Winter Soldier doing well critically and commercially.

The 29-year-old actress is currently pregnant and engaged to fiancé Romain Dauriac. Her upcoming roles include Avengers: Age of Ultron and The Jungle Book. Accommodations are being made to work around her pregnancy, but Johansson shows no signs of slowing down. She plays strong female characters well. Her role as the Black Widow, a character from Marvel Comics, displays her action capabilities. This new film did not receive much press, but delivered well. Besson is known for his action and thriller films with good visual elements.

With mystery, suspense, and solid acting, Lucy is an interesting action flick. The story takes place in different countries, adding to the twists. Besson wrote the film as well, and it has a limited release. It was one movie that surprised at the box office.