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Hard Problems follows six gifted American high school students as they prepare for the 2006 International Mathematical Olympiad in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The film captures their dedication to mathematics and the rigorous preparation required to compete against 500 participants from 90 countries.
The documentary presents the students' experiences, including the joy of solving complex problems and the competitive spirit that drives them. It provides insight into their lives as they tackle some of the toughest math challenges in the world, emphasizing their passion for the subject.
Why Watch
- •Meet six exceptional math students from the US
- •See the 2006 International Mathematical Olympiad in Slovenia
- •Find out what it takes to compete at the highest level
Did You Know
•The 2006 International Mathematical Olympiad had 500 participants from 90 countries.
•The film features six American high school students preparing for the competition.
•The documentary has a runtime of 82 minutes.
Perfect For
Math enthusiastsHigh school studentsCompetitive academics