The Man Who Knew Infinity, 3.0 Stars

This is a somewhat obscure film that some friends introduced us to on Netflix. I'm not sure if it was in my local theatres and might have only had a short run elsewhere. It didn't get great reviews (according to Rotten Tomatoes).

The story is about a brilliant Indian mathematician around the time of the First World War who travels to Oxford, England (these facts may explain the lukewarm reception it received). I like math and I also liked this movie very much.

The cast is led by Jeremy Irons (The French Lieutenant's Woman, 1981) and Dev Patel (Slumdog Millionaire), who dominate every scene they are in. It also introduces Devika Bhise, who displays a good range of emotions.

It is an interesting, engaging story and I recommend it.