The Theory of Everything - Inspiring and Brilliant

***This is not a review, but the feelings that I got after watching this beautiful movie. If I could give rating, it would be 5 out of 5 for me.***

The Theory of Everything is the very inspiring and heart-touching life story of theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking, which wonderfully shows his journey from his university days to his health fatal to his survival, his relationship with his partner and his success in Physics. It comes across as the ingenious theory of struggle and success.

It is adapted from the memoir ‘Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen’ by Jane Wilde Hawking, ex-wife of Stephen Hawking. I simply loved this very inspiring story; it’s a biography and it’s a love story at the same time.

There are so many wonderful elements in the screenplay. I particularly loved how Jane unselfishly helped Stephen and stood by him in his entire struggle; also the fact how they both get attracted to and become closer to different individuals who are there for their support. Feelings between Jane and Jonathan seem natural, so is the bonding between Stephen and Elaine. It is a bittersweet love story, as at last, Stephen and Jane parts away but without any bad feelings and that seems pretty much correct thing to do in the given situation, so making it bitter and sweet at the same time.

Director James Marsh has done an amazing job in executing the movie so brilliantly. It touches the heart to its core and inspires the millions. Background music and cinematography are wonderful.

Felicity Jones and Eddie Redmayne
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There are certain scenes, which are just so astonishing, such as the scene in which Jane forces Stephen to come outside the room but later sees how he is suffering; the expression in her face then is just so natural and amazing. She is about to cry but she does not - Perfectly projected! Likewise, the scene in which Stephen leaves the dining table, where he along with Jane and his friends are having dinner and conversation; he struggles hard to get up to the room and sees his daughter upstairs but cannot succeed to reach there and later the following 'thank you' scene between Stephen and Jane is emotional and very wonderful. One of the best scenes of the movie. Scene between Stephen and Jonathan in the church is equally nice. And there is a marvelous scene towards end, in the hall at America where he sees the pen of a student dropped on the floor and he getting up there on his own to return; he almost cries on the reminder of how the disease has affected his life. He then gives a powerful inspiring speech, which is simply awesome.

Eddie Redmayne as Stephen Hawking
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Eddie Redmayne as Stephen Hawking is superb, fantastic, outstanding and many more. He has sunk into the character so perfectly that his expressions, his body language, everything looks absolutely genuine. Felicity Jones is equally amazing. Every emotion on her face seems effortless and very natural. She is just beautifully marvelous as Jane Wilde Hawking. The movie would not have been the same without these two brilliant and powerhouse performances. Other supporting actors also have done nice job. It is no wonder that this movie is all over awards this year. Best picture, best actor, best actress, best director, best adapted screenplay, best original score……..big win!

The Theory of Everything is worth applauding and worth watching movie due to its striking screenplay, very polished direction and very genuine and strong lead performances. Simply put, an excellent movie.