I'm not too sure what the critics were expecting, but yes, this film requires careful attention to detail (the cinematography and set designs are stellar) and yes, it does require a bit of science because, well, this is a movie about *science*! I no longer pay much attention to what critics have to say, and simply assume an inverse relationship between critics' ratings and quality.
If you're looking for a movie that explains science at a kid's level, this movie isn't for you. If you have trouble with movies that aren't completely linear (and require little thought), this movie isn't for you.
If you want a thoughtful biopic about one of the greatest scientific minds to have graced our existence, by all means enjoy!
If you're looking for a movie that explains science at a kid's level, this movie isn't for you. If you have trouble with movies that aren't completely linear (and require little thought), this movie isn't for you.
If you want a thoughtful biopic about one of the greatest scientific minds to have graced our existence, by all means enjoy!