A Beautiful Mind (2001)
A brilliant mathematician's mind grapples with the weight of genius and the shadows of a secret world.
From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim. But as the handsome and arrogant Nash accepts secret work in cryptography, he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. His life takes a nightmarish turn and he soon finds himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.
How intense is A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. Rated PG-13.
What A Beautiful Mind feels like
- Tone
- cerebralmelancholyearnestuplifting
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
- True story
- Yes, based on a book.
Where to stream A Beautiful Mind
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Is A Beautiful Mind for you?
Is A Beautiful Mind scary?
No. A Beautiful Mind is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is A Beautiful Mind gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is A Beautiful Mind sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is A Beautiful Mind OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind runs 2h 15m.
Where can I stream A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind is streaming on Apple TV+.
Does A Beautiful Mind have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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