10 Melodramas About Engineers You’ll Love

Description: Inspired by true events, this film tells the story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who dreams of becoming a rocket engineer. His journey is filled with romance, family dynamics, and the pursuit of his passion against all odds.

Fact: The film was based on the memoir "Rocket Boys" by Homer Hickam himself.

Description: Tony Stark, an inventive engineer, transforms into Iron Man, but his journey is also one of personal redemption and love, particularly with Pepper Potts, highlighting the emotional side of his engineering genius.

Fact: This film kickstarted the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Description: A unique love story where an architect and a doctor communicate through a magical mailbox, spanning two years apart. While not directly about engineering, the film explores the concept of time, space, and the engineering of fate.

Fact: The film is a remake of the South Korean film "Il Mare."

Description: This film explores the rivalry between two magicians, one of whom, Nikola Tesla, is an engineer and inventor. The story delves into the engineering of illusions and the personal sacrifices for greatness.

Fact: David Bowie played the role of Nikola Tesla.

Description: This film, while focusing on the financial crisis, includes characters like Michael Burry, an eccentric hedge fund manager with a background in engineering, whose analytical mind and personal life intertwine in the narrative.

Fact: The film uses creative techniques to explain complex financial concepts.

Description: This biographical drama focuses on Alan Turing, a brilliant mathematician and computer scientist, whose work during WWII to crack the German Enigma code intertwines with his personal life, including his relationship with Joan Clarke, showcasing the emotional toll of his secretive work.

Fact: Benedict Cumberbatch's portrayal of Turing was critically acclaimed, earning him an Academy Award nomination.

Description: While not strictly about engineers, this film features a retired engineer, Ben Whittaker, who becomes an intern at an online fashion startup. His journey intertwines with the company's founder, Jules Ostin, leading to a heartwarming mentorship and friendship that explores themes of age, technology, and personal growth.

Fact: Robert De Niro, who plays Ben, actually worked as an intern at a tech startup to prepare for his role.

Description: This film delves into the life of Stephen Hawking, focusing on his relationship with his first wife, Jane, and his groundbreaking work in theoretical physics, showcasing the personal sacrifices and emotional depth behind his scientific achievements.

Fact: Eddie Redmayne won an Oscar for his portrayal of Stephen Hawking.

Description: While primarily a survival story, the film features Mark Watney, an astronaut and botanist, who uses his engineering skills to survive on Mars, with a subplot of his relationship with NASA engineer Mindy Park.

Fact: The film was praised for its scientific accuracy.

Description: This film tells the story of three African-American women who were mathematicians at NASA during the Space Race. Their work as "human computers" was crucial, and the film also touches on their personal lives, including romance and family.

Fact: The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Picture.