

1997 · Film · 2h 7m
Drama
8.5 average · #185 trending
Sharp, funny, big-hearted talk between a wounded kid and a therapist who won't let him hide; you'll probably cry and feel better.
What it is
A headstrong young genius from a working-class background faces legal trouble and struggles to trust others. When a mathematics professor recognizes his extraordinary talent, he is required to meet with a psychologist who gradually challenges his defenses and helps him confront the barriers holding him back.
The feel
Not scary·Completely conventional·Grounded in reality·A crowd-pleaser
Heads up
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