This curated collection of films delves into the lives of mathematicians, blending their intellectual pursuits with romantic entanglements. These stories not only showcase the beauty of mathematics but also highlight the human emotions and relationships that intertwine with their logical world. Whether you're a fan of romance, drama, or simply fascinated by the minds of mathematicians, this selection offers a unique perspective on love and logic.
Good Will Hunting (1997)
Description: While not strictly about a mathematician, it features Will Hunting, a genius janitor with a talent for math, whose life changes through therapy and a romantic relationship.
Fact: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
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A Beautiful Mind (2001)
Description: This film tells the story of John Nash, a brilliant mathematician who struggles with schizophrenia, and his relationship with his supportive wife, Alicia.
Fact: The film won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director for Ron Howard.
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21 (2008)
Description: Based on the true story of the MIT Blackjack Team, this film explores the mathematical strategies used to beat casinos, with a romantic subplot.
Fact: The film was inspired by the book "Bringing Down the House" by Ben Mezrich.
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The Man Who Knew Infinity (2015)
Description: The life of Srinivasa Ramanujan, an Indian mathematician, and his relationship with his mentor G.H. Hardy, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century academia.
Fact: Dev Patel was nominated for a BAFTA Rising Star Award for his role.
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The Imitation Game (2014)
Description: Focuses on Alan Turing, the mathematician and computer scientist whose work was pivotal in cracking the German Enigma code during WWII, and his complex personal life.
Fact: Benedict Cumberbatch was nominated for an Academy Award for his portrayal of Turing.
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The Theory of Everything (2014)
Description: Chronicles the life of Stephen Hawking, focusing on his relationship with his first wife, Jane, and his groundbreaking work in theoretical physics.
Fact: Eddie Redmayne won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Hawking.
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Pi (1998)
Description: A paranoid mathematician searches for a key number that will unlock the universal patterns found in nature, while dealing with personal and romantic issues.
Fact: Darren Aronofsky's debut feature film, shot in black and white.
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Proof (2005)
Description: A story about Catherine, daughter of a famous mathematician, who must deal with her father's legacy and her own mathematical talent amidst romantic complications.
Fact: The film is based on David Auburn's Pulitzer Prize-winning play.
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The Oxford Murders (2008)
Description: A series of murders at Oxford University involves complex mathematical puzzles, with a romantic subplot between the characters.
Fact: The film is based on the novel by Guillermo Martínez.
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Travelling Salesman (2012)
Description: Four mathematicians are recruited by the U.S. government to solve the P vs NP problem, leading to ethical and romantic dilemmas.
Fact: The film was shot in just 11 days with a very low budget.
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