Category Archives: math

BOOK REVIEW: HIDDEN FIGURES

Posted on May 28, 2017 by David B. Smith

  Hidden Figures is satisfying as a film, but provides even greater depth and reward as a reading experience. The hard-core math in the story is minimal but intriguing as these brilliant ladies literally spent weeks and reams of paper … Continue reading →

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MOVIE REVIEW: “Gifted”

Posted on April 23, 2017 by David B. Smith

It’s been a wonderful year for math movies . . . and for Valley College students who get extra credit for attending them! The latest is Gifted, where a brilliant 7-year-old prodigy has an uncle who wants to protect her … Continue reading →

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Film Reviews: “Hidden Figures” & “Passengers”

Posted on January 15, 2017 by David B. Smith

  Okay. I had done all my chores, it was holiday break, and thankfully, there were some excellent films playing! Here are my observations on my two Christmas favorites. “Hidden Figures” is just about pitch-perfect as the inspirational tale of … Continue reading →

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