Madame Curie

Overview

In 1890s Paris, Marie Curie, a determined physics student at the Sorbonne, faces doubt from her male peers due to her gender. Despite the skepticism, she secures a position in Pierre Curie’s laboratory. As they collaborate on their groundbreaking research to isolate a new element from a specific rock, their professional partnership blossoms into a passionate romance. However, the challenges of their scientific pursuit threaten not only their groundbreaking work but also their careers, pushing them to confront the harsh realities of their endeavor and the sacrifices required for success.