I just love this series. The idea of solving crime using mathematics is very much unique. Initially I was suspicious if all that they show on TV is possible. But later I came to know that it is based on a true story where a mathematician actually located a serial killer using his equations.
Anyone watch Numb3rs?
wow thanks for ur post ... i was just looking at stuff that no1 replied to .. and surprise surprise i find a gem 
... ur the best man !!!
(check out: http://www.numb3rs.org/)
... ur the best man !!!
(check out: http://www.numb3rs.org/)
THanks for the fan site. Never knew one existed. I wonder when the DVD of this show is releasing.
This show is actually good compared to all the others who promise but never live up to the expectations!! 
I also like this show. I've watched all of the episodes so far. I especially enjoy the unique way they managed to blend mathematics with the drama of FBI work. It does sometimes seem a little bit forced but overall it is a good show compared with what else is on TV these days. A breath of fresh air, I tell ya. 
I watched the first few episodes of this, but didn't enjoy them. Using equations to solve crimes was just so... unrealistic, contrived and pathetic, in my opinion. Some of the cuts of him writing out long equations, or seemingly random numbers on the screen just looked stupid and often, if you payed attention, had no real relation to what was going on. All in all, i think this series sucks.
| Nameless wrote: |
| I watched the first few episodes of this, but didn't enjoy them. Using equations to solve crimes was just so... unrealistic, contrived and pathetic, in my opinion. |
You know something? This series was actually based on a true incident where a mathematician actually figured out the location of a serial killer. I read about it in Readers Digest sometime back.
Love the program, great
I like the show too
Love David Krumholtz.
Love David Krumholtz.
Numbers is great. The guy from it i found out is from one of the best movies 10 things i hate about you. But really, it is true that mathematics can be used to predict anything. But this show is one of the best crime shows next to Law&Order-SVU and NCIS.
its a really interesting show. i love it
I tried watching the first season and didn't think it was anything too special but I've watched all the episodes this season and they seem more interesting. The characters seems to have better interaction.
Ya I watch it all of the time. Its not boring or anything its really interesting how he use's math for everything and figures it out all of the time.
I think this is a nicely crafted show and I have been surprised how well the script writers have managemed to develop the theme. I love Mathemetica (though I know very little) and it underpins all our science and technology. The difficulty in teaching it , let alone making it a vehicle for entertainment has been overemphasis of the mechanical and mnipulative ( technical if you wish) side. The creativity, beauty , "detective" aspects of it are usually suppressed. This show is a great step towards encouraging mathematical literacy and interest.
quite interesting to see david explaining how / what math can help solve the case :p
it makes for interesting watching
it makes for interesting watching
Didn't think it was that great... it looked like a cross between a cop show and an educational program !
| andrewwallis wrote: |
| Didn't think it was that great... it looked like a cross between a cop show and an educational program ! |
Yes. But they crossed it very well such that you dont feel it as a documentary on mathematics. Instead it shows maths as a tool to solve a mystery. A very unique theme.
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