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Bill T. @btreakle May 21, 2026 “A Brilliant  Young  Mind” This film has a lot to do with the world of young folks on the spectrum and the special gifts that many of them possess in the field of mathematics. That’s very good performance by ASA Butterfield who portrays a young man on the spectrum. It’s a story about going up with being autistic and all the challenges that come along with it with both the autistic this person as well as the parents who are coping with the everyday challenges of people with autism. This is a very good movie and it’s one that is close to my heart as I have a grandson who is autistic. See more Eric L @RT02299215 Aug 9, 2025 Mid honestly. Underdeveloped characters with sad backstories and a hint of unrealism and too many cliches, but with occasional magnificent moments and a solid portrayal of the IMO. This comes from the perspective of an actual IMO alumni (competed '24/'25) so I'm obviously quite critical of realism and how realistic the events are portrayed (which honestly isn't too bad). Anyways spoilers: Pros: - The other autistic British guy who failed the cutoff, most interesting character. - Good portrayal of imo stress levels and imposter syndrome which is insanely common. Cons: - At the actual IMO, you will not pull girls if you are shy and and autistic, especially when there's competition and when the girl is gorgeous and social. There are 10 boys per girl there. You will certainly not have many girls he chasing after you. And China has not sent a girl to the IMO in a very long time. - Apart from the realism flaw there, Zhang Mei had little character development and I failed to really see the couple working well together. It felt like one of those forced children/teenage relations See more Perry W @RT52823382 Apr 20, 2025 This is a thoughtful movie that tugs at both emotions and thought processes. It is well-acted, with a subtlety suited to the complex issues that are involved. Those include loss (of parent), autism (both limitations and extraordinary powers), inter-cultural and inter0racial relationships, being entwined in a body that is failing due to MS), growing up different.... I am not sure what the people who rated it poorly felt, but I found it very worthwhile; entertaining and thought-provoking. See more thomas l @RT25486258 Apr 16, 2025 Probably one of my favourite movies ever, even when I didn't understand myself I couldn't stop crying when I first saw it because it was just so relatable See more Topher S @RT65664524 Jan 25, 2025 a sweet film that portrays autism compentently See more Blob 9 @RT56114040 Jun 5, 2023 Although its slightly uneven and predictable, X+Y manages to create an entertaining and comprehensive story behind its topic backed by commendable performances. See more Read all reviews

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