Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Matthew Broderick | ... | Richard Feynman | |
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Jeffrey Force | ... | Young Richard |
Peter Riegert | ... | Mel Feynman | |
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David Drew Gallagher | ... | Harold |
Raffi Di Blasio | ... | Robert (as Raffi DiBlasio) | |
Josh Keaton | ... | David (as Joshua Wiener) | |
Patricia Arquette | ... | Arline Greenbaum | |
James Hong | ... | Abacus Adder | |
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Emerson Tran | ... | Kid |
Melissa DeLizia | ... | Young Joan | |
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Dori Brenner | ... | Tutti Feynman |
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John Hammil | ... | County Dr. #1 |
Jack Lindine | ... | Mr. Greenbaum | |
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Helene Moore | ... | County Nurse #1 |
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Carl Strano | ... | County Dr. #2 |
As a young boy, Richard was fascinated with science and objects in motion. This wonderment was reinforced through the efforts of his father. The only thing that mattered as much as science, and his family, was Arline, whom he met when they were both in school. But fate can often be cruel and Arline is found to be stricken by Tuberculosis. Undaunted, Richard studies the disease as he studies science in hopes of curing her. When her disease is in remission, they marry and he proceeds on to college where his studies and the war lead him to Los Alamos to work on the Manhattan Project. While Richard is intrigued with the solution to the project, he is also concerned with the outcome and saddened with the failing health of Arline. Written by Tony Fontana <tony.fontana@spacebbs.com>
There is very little more that I can add to the kudos for this film, other than utter praise. I can understand and I know. You see, I am one of these people, a Scientist.
We as a breed are seldom understood and, more often than not, badly served by cinema image. This film of the quiet, patient, dedicated love between two people, one of whom is a Scientist, is a milestone.
Might I add that I have always felt that Matthew Broderick is a fantastic actor, especially in roles that require an average looking, quiet introspective character. He is perfect for this cinematic vehicle, and equal to the talents of a Tom Hanks any day. I was also impressed that he produced, directed and shared writing credits on this film project.