Good Will Hunting

     Good Will Hunting is an insightful and impactful film that follows Will Hunting, played by Matt Damon, a mathematical prodigy from Boston who despite his talents, works as a janitor at MIT and struggles with his past experiences. Written by the stars of this movie, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, Will's journey about his struggles with self-doubt and emotional scars is truly inspiring, making it unforgettable. In the beginning, an MIT professor challenged his students with a challenging math problem. Will comes across the problem and anonymously solves it, showcasing his true potential and mathematical genius. When nobody claims that they solved the problem, the professor posts another, more difficult question, hoping for a response from the secret prodigy. While completing the new question, Will is caught and blamed for vandalism by the professor. As Will was only the janitor, the professor didn't once think Will could be the one who actually solved the problem. In addition to this, Will is arrested for assaulting a police officer. When the professor realizes Will was correctly solving the problem, he contacts Will's parole officer and offers for Will to study mathematics and undergo therapy in exchange for avoiding jail. As the story progresses, Will and his psychologist butt heads. Will resists Maguires attempts to get to know him and refuses to open up, which causes tensions rise between the pair. Over time, Maguire's genuine interest in Wills life and wellbeing allow Will to open up about his past trauma and they bond over this. The movie comes to a climax as Will breaks down and Maguire repeats "It's not your fault,". Maguires wisdom, warmth, and unflinching support truly provide Will with the strength he needs. The overarching theme of this movie is that of resilience, connection, and accepting the pain and trauma we hold inside.