Contemporary themes in a historic spy thriller

Rating: 10/10 (31 December 2014)

This excellent movie will finally put an overdue spotlight on Alan Turing, OBE, and his historic work during World War II. The Imitation Game is an interesting story, especially relevant because it's based on intelligence information kept secret for decades post World War II. Adding to the intrigue, the history and the superb performances by Benedict Cumberbatch, who portrays the British mathematician Alan Turing and a brilliant cast, the movie also confronts the controversial issue of the cruel, archaic and now illegal practice of treating homosexuality. This movie will be studied and discussed for many years because of the social themes entwined in the plot. Highly recommended viewing.