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This forum discussion revolves around creating math-related images that represent movie, book, or song titles. Participants engage in guessing the titles based on visual clues, with a focus on mathematical concepts such as derivatives and curves. Notable titles mentioned include "Maximum Overdrive" and "Life of Pi." The interactive format encourages creativity and collaboration among members, fostering a fun environment for both math enthusiasts and pop culture fans.

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  • Understanding of basic calculus concepts, specifically derivatives.
  • Familiarity with popular movie and book titles from various decades.
  • Basic drawing skills for creating visual representations.
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  • Explore advanced calculus concepts such as second derivatives and their applications.
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This discussion is beneficial for math enthusiasts, educators looking for creative teaching methods, and fans of movies and books who enjoy interactive challenges. It also appeals to artists interested in integrating mathematical concepts into their work.

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I thought it might be fun if we created our own math related images that can be translated into a movie title, or perhaps even book and song titles. The first person who guesses the title correctly then gets to create their own image.

So, I will start with a movie title:

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Great idea!

I watch a good amount of movies but am drawing a complete blank here. Is the film pre or post 2000?
 
Jameson said:
Great idea!

I watch a good amount of movies but am drawing a complete blank here. Is the film pre or post 2000?

It is from the 1980s. :D
 
MarkFL said:
I thought it might be fun if we created our own math related images that can be translated into a movie title, or perhaps even book and song titles. The first person who guesses the title correctly then gets to create their own image.

So, I will start with a movie title:

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[sp]Stroker Ace?[/sp]
 
Chris L T521 said:
[sp]Stroker Ace?[/sp]

Good guess, but not what I had in mind. :D
 
MarkFL said:
Good guess, but not what I had in mind. :D

What is the parabola supposed to represent? I also assume the arrow pointing at the red dot is another clue?
 
Chris L T521 said:
What is the parabola supposed to represent? I also assume the arrow pointing at the red dot is another clue?

The red dot is a point on the curve (doesn't have to be parabolic)...a particular type of point where the derivative is zero and the second derivative is negative...
 
MarkFL said:
The red dot is a point on the curve (doesn't have to be parabolic)...a particular type of point where the derivative is zero and the second derivative is negative...

Aha!

[sp]Maximum Overdrive

(Thank you Wikipedia. XD)[/sp]
 
Chris L T521 said:
Aha!

[sp]Maximum Overdrive

(Thank you Wikipedia. XD)[/sp]

Yes! We have a winner! (Clapping) Now it is your turn, if you so choose. (Sun)
 
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This one should be pretty simple (it's a movie).

(Hurray for my decent tablet drawing skills! XD)

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  • #11
Since I'm a fan of Kevin Bacon...I know the answer to this one!

Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon! :o

I'm only playing...the real answer is

Six Degrees of Separation
 
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anemone said:
Since I'm a fan of Kevin Bacon...I know the answer to this one!

Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon! :o

I'm only playing...the real answer is

Six Degrees of Separation

Either one is acceptable. (Rofl)

You've now earned the right to post a picture if you want! (Sun)
 
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anemone said:
A movie:

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Pretty easy, huh?(Nerd)

Hint:

That the equation has to do with a certain property of black holes...(Sun)
 
  • #15
anemone said:
Hint:

That the equation has to do with a certain property of black holes...(Sun)

Entropy

Haven't seen the above movie, but seems to fit.
 
  • #16
Jameson said:
Entropy

Haven't seen the above movie, but seems to fit.

Hi Jameson, you got it right!(Clapping)

Now, you get to create your own image!
 
  • #17
anemone said:
Hi Jameson, you got it right!(Clapping)

Now, you get to create your own image!

Oh no! Should have thought this through. (Wasntme)

Fair enough though, I will comply with the rules although I must warn everyone that I am no artist. I shall post my contribution tomorrow!
 
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Jameson said:
Oh no! Should have thought this through. (Wasntme)

Fair enough though, I will comply with the rules although I must warn everyone that I am no artist. I shall post my contribution tomorrow!

No worries. I drew out 2 ahead of time and I wouldn't say they're the best drawings you'll ever see. (Rofl)
 
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Jameson said:
Oh no! Should have thought this through. (Wasntme)

Fair enough though, I will comply with the rules although I must warn everyone that I am no artist. I shall post my contribution tomorrow!

Hey, please don't feel obligated to make one of your own...because I should have said in my previous reply that "Feel free to post your own image if you would like..."...:o
 
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Jameson said:
Ok, here we go.

https://www.physicsforums.com/attachments/1312 $\pi$

[sp]Life of Pi?[/sp]
 
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That's it! Next one will be harder...(Devil)
 
  • #23
Jameson said:
That's it! Next one will be harder...(Devil)

I can't wait. XD

With that, I assume it's safe for me to post another one (it's a movie) and hopefully it makes sense? XD

moviepic2.jpg
 
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Is it:

Old Yeller?
 
  • #25
It it
Scream 2
?
 
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M R said:
It it
Scream 2
?

That's much more likely to be it... (Rofl)
 
  • #27
M R said:
Is it
Scream 2
?

Ýes! That's what I was going for... XD

You're free to post your own picture, if you'd like.

MarkFL said:
Is it:

Old Yeller?

Good guess...but I don't know how I'd incorporate math into that. XD
 
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Chris L T521 said:
You're free to post your own picture, if you'd like.

Due to a lack of imagination I'm going to have to pass.(Tongueout)

Also, after three hours at my desk this morning, I've yet to do one minute of revision. :( . I'm blaming you lot...and the rest of the internet.
 
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Is it:

Cast Away
?
 

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