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The theory of everything sets the bar high when it comes to biopics. Eddie Redmayne gives a great performance as physicist Stephen Hawking, who is diagnosed with motor neurone disease at the age of 21. Despite the health problems Hawking faces, he becomes one of the leading scientists in his field with the support of his wife. Jane (Felicity Jones).
Stephen Hawking’s resilience and Jane’s unwavering support certainly touch the heart. The theory of everything is packed with charm punctuated by heartbreak, and handles Hawking’s personal life with care and attention. It’s a striking biopic that you should definitely watch Netflix as long as it is available.
The star power of The Theory of Everything takes the biopic to new heights
The autobiographical film, directed by James Marsh, picked up a number of awards, with Redmayne winning the Best Actor Oscar at the 2015 Academy Awards for his role as Hawking. And it’s clear that the judges weren’t the only people fascinated by his performance, with The independent saying: “What’s most impressive about The theory of everything is how it transcends the pitfalls of the typical biopic. Despite the very conventional approach to the material, the film has a lightness and inventiveness that most dramas that take us through the lives of real people lack. This is a love story, but one with a lot of jargon about ‘space-time singularity’.”
Time-out was also captivated by the lead actors, saying, “Both performers are extraordinary, and while Redmayne has to master more physical mannerisms, Jones burns hotter as a strong woman who can’t forget her own needs.” TN2 magazine echoes this sentiment and praises Redmayne who is trying his best with his acting ability: “The theory of everything is certainly not a controversial biopic, but Redmayne towers above the sentimentality of the script.”
The guard believes that too The theory of everything manages to do something that not every biopic can achieve: “It manages to achieve that rare thing in every film, and certainly not in a well-crafted biopic, and that is a realistic relationship, with graceful touches and a foundation of respect and affection.”
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