Als je genoten hebt van 'Das Wunderkind Tate' (1991), het hartverwarmende verhaal over een hoogbegaafde jongen en zijn moeder, dan vind je deze lijst vast interessant. We hebben 10 films en series geselecteerd die vergelijkbare thema's behandelen, zoals bijzondere talenten, familiebanden en emotionele groei. Ontdek nieuwe verhalen die je net zo zullen raken!

Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)
Beschreibung: The film explores the life of a young chess prodigy, delving into themes of genius, pressure, and the balance between nurturing talent and maintaining childhood innocence.
Fakt: The movie is based on the real-life story of chess prodigy Joshua Waitzkin. It was director Steven Zaillian's debut feature film.


Good Will Hunting (1997)
Beschreibung: The story follows a young janitor with an extraordinary mathematical mind, exploring themes of intellectual potential, personal growth, and the impact of mentorship.
Fakt: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck wrote the screenplay, which won them an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. The film was shot in just 55 days.


October Sky (1999)
Beschreibung: This inspiring true story follows a young boy's passion for rocketry and his determination to escape his small-town life, emphasizing themes of ambition, intellect, and perseverance.
Fakt: The film is based on Homer Hickam's memoir 'Rocket Boys.' The title is an anagram of 'Rocket Boys,' which was the original title of the book.


A Beautiful Mind (2001)
Beschreibung: This biographical drama portrays the life of a brilliant mathematician, highlighting the struggles of genius, mental health challenges, and the pursuit of academic excellence.
Fakt: The film is based on the life of John Nash, a Nobel Laureate in Economics. It won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture.


Proof (2005)
Beschreibung: The film delves into the life of a young woman who inherits her father's mathematical genius, exploring themes of intellectual legacy, mental illness, and self-doubt.
Fakt: The movie is based on David Auburn's Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name. It was filmed in Chicago, where the play originally premiered.


The Social Network (2010)
Beschreibung: A gripping tale of innovation and ambition, the film follows the creation of Facebook, showcasing the complexities of genius, friendship, and legal battles.
Fakt: The screenplay was written by Aaron Sorkin, known for his fast-paced dialogue. The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Adapted Screenplay.


The Imitation Game (2014)
Beschreibung: This historical drama portrays the life of Alan Turing, a brilliant mathematician who played a pivotal role in World War II, highlighting themes of genius, secrecy, and societal rejection.
Fakt: The film won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. It is based on the biography 'Alan Turing: The Enigma' by Andrew Hodges.


The Theory of Everything (2014)
Beschreibung: A biographical drama about the life of Stephen Hawking, showcasing his brilliant mind, personal struggles, and groundbreaking contributions to science.
Fakt: Eddie Redmayne won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Stephen Hawking. The film is based on the memoir by Hawking's first wife, Jane Hawking.


Gifted (2017)
Beschreibung: Centered around a young girl with exceptional mathematical abilities, the film examines the challenges of raising a gifted child and the ethical dilemmas surrounding her education.
Fakt: The film's director, Marc Webb, is known for his work on '(500) Days of Summer' and 'The Amazing Spider-Man' series. The movie was shot in Savannah, Georgia.


Hidden Figures (2016)
Beschreibung: The film tells the true story of three African-American women mathematicians at NASA, emphasizing themes of intelligence, perseverance, and breaking barriers in a male-dominated field.
Fakt: The movie is based on the non-fiction book of the same name by Margot Lee Shetterly. It was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
