Secrets of the Surface The Mathematical Vision of Maryam Mirzakhani (2020)

Filmed in Canada Iran and the United States Secrets of the Surface The Mathematical Vision of Maryam Mirzakhani examines the life and mathematical work of Maryam Mirzakhani an Iranian immigrant to the United States who became a superstar in her field In 2014 she was both the first woman and the first Iranian to be honored by mathematics highest prize the Fields Medal Mirzakhanis contributions are explained by leading mathematicians and illustrated by animated sequences Her mathematical colleagues from around the world as well as former teachers classmates and students in Iran today convey the deep impact of her achievements The path of her education success on Irans Math Olympiad team and her brilliant work make Mirzakhani an ideal role model for girls looking toward careers in science and mathematics Written by George Csicsery