Halt and Catch Fire
drama
historical
179
Masterclass
Measurably increases domain knowledge or cognitive capacity
Score Breakdown
Cognitive Stimulation/50
47
Educational Value/50
43
Craft & Quality/50
44
Cinematic Score/50
43
IQ = round((Cognitive × 0.4 + Educational × 0.35 + Craft × 0.25) × 4)
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The TVI Take
Pioneers compete in the personal computer industry in 1980s Texas. Educational about computing history and entrepreneurship.
Cognitive engagement from the technical innovation and character ambition. Entertainment from the period detail.
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