My Husband Is A Genius
My Husband Is A Genius

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My Husband Is A Genius

2008
Movie
111 min
Russian

The life of a brilliant scientist who managed to live in the era of “developed” socialism in accordance with his own ideas about freedom and morality did not leave indifferent either his colleagues or the authorities.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users75%
Director: Richard ShepardGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A driven astrophysicist's life is turned upside down when her brilliant but eccentric husband, who claims to be from an alien civilization, begins to suspect that he may actually be from another planet. As she tries to understand his increasingly bizarre behavior and protect him from the authorities, she must grapple with the possibility that his delusions might be real.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Rachel Weisz, and the unique premise. However, some found the narrative to be uneven and the humor occasionally falling flat.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances from Rachel Weisz and Brendan Fraser.

  • The film's quirky premise and blend of comedy and drama were generally well-received.

  • Some critics found the pacing inconsistent and the resolution somewhat unsatisfying.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its originality and the chemistry between the lead actors, though some found the story a bit too eccentric or slow-paced.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Last Word' before being changed to 'My Husband Is A Genius'.

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