Video: A Trip to Infinity (Sept 26, 2022 on Netflix)

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The discussion revolves around the Netflix documentary "A Trip to Infinity," which features mathematicians, physicists, and cosmologists exploring the concept of infinity and its implications for the universe. Participants share their reactions to the content and presentation of the film.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express interest in the documentary but are deterred by the narrator's assertion that infinity might be considered a number.
  • Others share their experiences of attempting to watch the film, with one noting they did not make it past 23 seconds due to a lack of engagement.
  • One participant mentions watching the entire film but found it unappealing, indicating a disappointment in its content.
  • Another participant reflects on watching the film twice but is uncertain about specific references made, such as Hilbert's hotel.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express mixed feelings about the documentary, with some finding it interesting while others are critical of its content and presentation. There is no consensus on the overall quality or value of the film.

Contextual Notes

Participants' reactions are influenced by personal preferences and expectations regarding the treatment of the concept of infinity, leading to varied interpretations of the documentary's approach.

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A Trip to Infinity
https://www.netflix.com/title/81273453 (Sept 26, 2022 on Netflix)

Eminent mathematicians, particle physicists and cosmologists dive into infinity and its mind-bending implications for the universe.
1h 19m
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https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21929356/
lists the cast as:
  • Anthony Aguirre
  • Stephon Alexander
  • Eugenia Cheng
  • Moon Duchin
  • Kenny Easwaran
  • Delilah Gates
  • Rebecca Goldstein
  • Brian Greene
  • Janna Levin
  • Alan Lightman
  • Carlo Rovelli
  • Steve Strogatz
 
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Might be interesting but I'm somewhat put off since at 23 seconds the female narrator at that point asks if infinity is a number and shortly answers probably so. plus some of the other stuff sounds like New Age hoo ha.
 
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phinds said:
Might be interesting but I'm somewhat put off since at 23 seconds the female narrator at that point asks if infinity is a number and shortly answers probably so. plus some of the other stuff sounds like New Age hoo ha.
That's disappointing. At least you got as far as 23 seconds into trying to watch it; I didn't make it that far but I'm chronically video-lazy...
 
berkeman said:
That's disappointing. At least you got as far as 23 seconds into trying to watch it; I didn't make it that far but I'm chronically video-lazy...
Oh, I watched the whole thing since it was only a couple of minutes and I was hoping that it would appeal to me but I'll be taking a pass.
 
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berkeman said:
That's disappointing. At least you got as far as 23 seconds into trying to watch it; I didn't make it that far but I'm chronically video-lazy...
I watched it twice, I missed whether it said Hilbert's hotel or Infinity something or other.