Hawking

December. 10,2004      
Rating:
7.4
Trailer Synopsis Cast

The story of Professor Stephen Hawking's early years. It is 1963, and our young cosmologist celebrates his 21st birthday. At the party is a new friend, Jane Wilde - there is a strong attraction between the two. Jane is intrigued by Stephen's talk of stars and the Universe. But she realises that there is something very wrong when Stephen suddenly finds that he is unable to stand up.

Benedict Cumberbatch as  Stephen Hawking
Alice Eve as  Martha Guthrie
Michael Brandon as  Arno Penzias
Tom Hodgkins as  Robert Wilson
Peter Firth as  Sir Fred Hoyle
Lisa Dillon as  Jane Wilde
Phoebe Nicholls as  Isobel Hawking
Adam Godley as  Frank Hawking
Matthew Marsh as  Dr. John Holloway
Anastasia Hille as  Nurse Susan McClean

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Reviews

Afouotos
2004/12/10

Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.

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Bumpy Chip
2004/12/11

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

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Paynbob
2004/12/12

It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

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Deanna
2004/12/13

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

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pavanratnaker
2004/12/14

Initially thought it'll feel like a documentary. But was pleasantly surprised. Not many of us know of how Hawking came to be and how his formative days were. Hence from a biographical point it was very insightful, though it covers only the first few years of his professional life. And the various facets showed in the series is what keeps it from being a documentary and more of an entertainer. The direction is quite good and so is the editing , considering how much they could show and how much they actually had time for. One of the first times I saw Cumberbatch and he is really great,he has the ability to take on any role and make it his own, the energy and passion he shows in this one is no less,wonder if there's a lot of method acting training in his past or he is naturally gifted. Overall a great watch, so see it.

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angelofvic
2004/12/15

For those perhaps shy of this film thinking it may be grim or depressing -- it's quite the opposite. It's about Hawking in his early years -- getting his doctorate at Cambridge in the early 1960s, long before incapacitation set in.This is Hawking in his green and wide-eyed youth, when he was just starting to wrap his mind around the amazing theories that changed theoretical physics and astrophysics. The film is joyful and uplifting and engaging and intriguing. It's not esoteric, and can certainly be followed by non-physicists such as myself.And in case you've been under a rock lately, Benedict Cumberbatch is the finest young actor in the UK, and gives an unmissable performance, as usual.Highly recommended for everyone!

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caroline-muriel-guillou
2004/12/16

I saw the movie yesterday on French television and I was very impressed by the performance of the main actor: Benedict Cumberbatch. I did not know him but I think he made a great job playing Hawking.and his performance has been recognized since he got a price for this part. I am absolutely not fond of physics or such things but the story of this man mattered much to me than the subject of the film in itself (the proof of the existence of a big bang). I admired the courage of this man , brilliant mind, to fight against this disease and for his ideas.I really enjoyed this movie despite its very late at night diffusion and I hope all actors are still doing well in their jobs. I rated an 8, which is a very good mark to me.

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joebloggsy
2004/12/17

(****Possible spoilers****)This dramatisation of the life of a young Stephen Hawking is excellent, an enjoyable programme to watch. Cumberbatch fits the title role perfectly, and the entire cast shine.I did not really know much about Hawking before watching this, and found myself intrigued by the nature of his realisation of the big bang theory, as well as his personal struggle with motor neurone disease. The whole thing left me feeling inspired. It deals with his illness without focusing too much on it or being maudlin. After all, the man is a genius who should be remembered for his work more than for his ailments.Overall, extremely enjoyable to watch, suitable for the whole family.

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