Television Physics

The drama of Albert Einstein’s life unfolds in the new series Genius

TV show focuses on famed physicist’s personal life

Geoffrey Rush as Einstein

LIFE STORY  Genius depicts the life of Albert Einstein (played by Geoffrey Rush), including his reaction to the rise of Nazi power in Germany.

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By Emily Conover

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