A downbeat metaphysical statement

Rating: 6/10 (11 August 1999)

The movie makes a downbeat metaphysical point about science. Unravelling the mystery of creation (here symbolised by the number Pi) is either portrayed as human hubris and therefore dangerous and hence inviting punishment (it is compared to be blinded by looking into the sun and compared with Icarus) or pointless (because it prevents appreciating the beauty of creation).