12. A Beautiful Mind (2001)
Directed by Ron Howard, this movie is an Oscar-winning film depicting the story of John Nash, a mathematical genius who developed the most groundbreaking theories while battling schizophrenia. The movie beautifully portrays Nash's struggle to come to terms with his brilliance in contrast to his mental illness; it earned the film four Academy Awards, and Best Picture. In the movie, Nash's work on game theory is discussed. It remains quite influential in both economics and decision-making strategy. Beautiful Mind is a beautifully moving account of resilience and an indomitable spirit in a scientist whose work keeps on affecting the world.
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