X+Y

X+Y

True genius comes from opening your heart.

Directed by Morgan Matthews

Produced by Original Pictures, Head Gear Films

2014111 min6.7 / 10

A coming-of-age drama about a socially isolated math prodigy learning to connect with others and find meaning beyond intellectual achievement.

A socially awkward teenage math prodigy finds new confidence and new friendships when he lands a spot on the British squad at the International Mathematics Olympiad.

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  • Is X+Y violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.

  • Is X+Y easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.

  • Does X+Y end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is X+Y scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is X+Y sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

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Rarity25

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Surprise30

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Love55

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