Review of A Beautiful Mind (2001) by Johnny K — 10 Aug 2015

A Beautiful Mind's touching performances and strong dialogue help offset its predictability and somewhat uneven foreshadowing. Verdict: A-.

This review of A Beautiful Mind (2001) was written by Johnny K on 10 Aug 2015.

A Beautiful Mind has generally received very positive reviews.

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