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A socially awkward teenage math prodigy (Asa Butterfield) finds new confidence and new friendships when he lands a spot on the British squad at the International Mathematics Olympiad. Filmed across Sheffield, with additional scenes shot in Cambridge and Taiwan, it is the first feature drama from BAFTA-winning director, Morgan Matthews. Based on a true story.
"Rafe Spall breaks your heart as the schoolteacher battling both multiple sclerosis and the disappointments of his youth." - Screen Daily
"Matthews brings true melody to every frame constructing a picture bursting with colour and clarity." - Filmoria
- Director
- Morgan Matthews
- Country
- UK
- Year
- 2014
- Duration
- 111 mins
- Cast
- Rafe Spall, Sally Hawkins, Asa Butterfield
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