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Movie

A Beautiful Mind(2001)

DramaRomance
Directed by Ron Howard
Runtime 135 min
Written by Akiva Goldsman
IMDb7.9/10

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Russell CroweJennifer ConnellyEd HarrisPaul BettanyChristopher PlummerAdam GoldbergJosh LucasAnthony Rapp

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