The power of mind over matter

Rating: 9/10 (23 March 2014)

As the film "A Beautiful Mind" unfolds the truly unremarkable, mathematical genius John Nash goes through many highs and lows before finding his place in life. John studied at Princeton University where he began his lifelong friendship with his dear friend Charles. After John graduated, he began to teach and also work for the government. His work for the government was classified, therefore not even his wife Alicia knew what his work involved. Many years passed and John became terrified the Russians would get him due to his work with the government. It is then discovered John is suffering from Schizophrenia. Alicia's undying love for her husband leads him to becoming a very successful man and winning the Nobel Prize.