Rent X+Y (2014)
3.6 of 5 from 313 ratings
1h 47min
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- Synopsis:
- Teenage maths prodigy Nathan (Asa Butterfield), diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum, struggles when it comes to building relationships, not least with his mother, Julie (Sally Hawkins). When Nathan's talent for numbers is spotted by unconventional teacher Mr. Humphreys (Rafe Spall), his growing confidence earns him a place on the International Mathematics Olympiad UK squad. Under team leader Richard (Eddie Marsan), Nathan travels to train in Taiwan where he meets fellow mathlete, the beautiful Zhang Mei (Jo Yang), who unlocks new feelings in him. Heart-warming and uplifting, "X+Y" is the story of a boy trying to solve the most difficult and irrational problem of them all - love.
- Actors:
- Asa Butterfield, Rafe Spall, Sally Hawkins, Eddie Marsan, Jo Yang, Martin McCann, Jake Davies, Alex Lawther, Alexa Davies, Orion Lee, Edward Baker-Close, Percelle Ascott, Lewis Adams, Jessica Arden, Lee Bolton, Jason Thomas Brown, Leo Chell, Tasha Connor, Colin Coombs, Paul J. Dove
- Directors:
- Morgan Matthews
- Producers:
- Laura Hastings-Smith, David M. Thompson
- Writers:
- James Graham
- Aka:
- A Brilliant Young Mind
- Studio:
- Koch Media
- Genres:
- Comedy, Drama
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Reviews (4) of X+Y
Good lead actor - X+Y review by PR
Another reviewer has said it: the BBC just can't resist pushing the politically-correct message! Why oh why do they have to force the women into the plot? The original true story is fascinating and moving in itself, all it needed was a bit of glamourizing to make it a good film. The actor Asa Butterfield has certainly done his bit; apparently the (real) father of the (real) mathematical genius was amazed at how well the actor had emulated his son's personality and behaviour. His (real) girlfriend was indeed Chinese though not a gifted mathematician as far as I know, and her influence in getting him to express his feelings was genuine. He did also teach himself fluent Chinese in record time. What more do you need for a good film? Still, try to ignore the BBC's irritating habits because, in the end, it is worth watching.
1 out of 2 members found this review helpful.
Disappointingly mawkish - X+Y review by BE
Very disappointed with this movie. Very few of the characters rang true. I know the main lead was supposed to be autistic but I found it very difficult to summon up any sympathy for this character. I did not like the jumpy acting style of his mother. The relentless and overpowering soundtrack was extremely irritating making it difficult at times to understand the what was being said. Although, towards the end of the movie, I'de lost interest anyway.
0 out of 2 members found this review helpful.
Realistic Characters - X+Y review by PM
Thought the film tackled the issue of autism and the "gifted" end of its spectrum very well. Asa Butterfield could have studied a few students I have worked with, the lights are on, but you’re not sure which room the occupants are hiding in. The awkward stillness and blank emotion was well targeted.
An issue driven film? Slushy? Life can be all of these things. Forgivable?...I think so.
The film was watchable and overall warmly entertaining and judging by some of the reviews surprisingly controversial. Gosh, women doing maths, whatever next, women in space?
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