The Man Who Knew Infinity

The film is based on the life of Srinivasa Ramanujan, an Indian mathematician who made groundbreaking contributions to mathematical analysis, number theory, infinite series, and more. Despite facing numerous challenges due to racial prejudice and cultural differences during his time at Cambridge University, Ramanujan's work was eventually recognized and celebrated by the academic world.

• Exceptional performances by Dev Patel and Jeremy Irons that bring the real-life characters to life, thought-provoking exploration of mathematics and its impact on society, beautiful cinematography capturing both India and England during different eras.
• Engaging plot based on a true story of an Indian mathematician's journey to Cambridge University, insightful depiction of cultural clashes between East and West in the early 20th century.
• Offers a unique perspective on the power of intellectual curiosity and perseverance, making it inspiring for audiences across various backgrounds.

Fun Facts

• Srinivasa Ramanujan's groundbreaking mathematical works were discovered by G.H. Hardy, a British mathematician, after receiving unsolicited letters from Ramanujan containing his theorems. The correspondence is known as the 'Little Wonder' letters.
• Ramanujan's most famous formula, the partition function, continues to be a subject of research in modern mathematics and computer science.
• Some of the mathematical concepts presented in the movie, such as the Hardy-Ramanujan theorem, were simplified for a wider audience but still offer an insightful glimpse into the beauty and complexity of advanced mathematics.