Smart Drugs

Imagine a world where a simple pill could enhance your intelligence and boost your memory—would you be tempted to try it? In this thought-provoking documentary, filmmaker Nik Badminton ventures into Silicon Valley to explore the tangible realm of bio-hacking and cognitive enhancers, reminiscent of the Hollywood portrayals in films like “Lucy” and “Limitless.” As Nik experiments with various drugs and therapies suggested by self-optimization experts, he starts to scrutinize the bio-hacking trend, pondering whether we are forgetting the essence of our humanity.