simply beautiful

Rating: 8/10 (8 September 2016)

This movie, as based on Jane Hawking's novel, sees Stephen Hawking's life from a more ordinary perspective. Husband and wife relationships, family fostering and one's career. Overall, it is beautifully done as I much enjoyed watching it.
Jane supposes Stephen is only able to carry on with his life for 2 more years. Her rushed and maybe a little bit impulsive love for him compels her to get married with him. Through the depiction of the movie, even though Stephen's life lasts for many more years, Jane doesn't regret her decision. Indeed, they have 3 children, implying that their sex life is quite vivid.
However, she alone has to bear too much. From looking after her children and her husband, she still pursues her personal career. I believe this is much appreciable. Education is in fact endless; one's family should not be an obstacle to impede one's ability to reach beyond the limit. Furthermore, maybe the fact that Stephen has become a well-known scientist worldwide, Jane also finds it imperative to hold an equivalent position. No matter what motivates her, the desire for higher education is highly admirable.
Accumulated pressures shout at her the need for a person to confide in. That's when Jonathan appears. He shares the burden, helping her bringing the children up. More importantly, his presence allows her not to have all her time consumed by Stephen. It greatly relieves her stress, alleviating her circumstances.
The story reminds of the life of Nikolai Ostrovsky. He was a disabled veteran and largely depends on his wife for the living. He published a book, thanks to his wife's efforts writing whatever he says. Together, these two instances illustrate the role of a wife in the family. Imagine the same man without his wife, would he be able to achieve what he has done?
It is indeed beautiful to see how love is still capable of empowering us, at the same time waiting hopefully when our turn comes