This document analyzes the names of characters from a film and their connections to real-life mathematicians and scientists. It explains that each character's first name relates to their personality, while their last name references a notable figure such as Blaise Pascal or MC Escher. These references suggest the characters are quite intelligent and contribute to the fictional setting of the film.

1. Stranger than fiction<br />Harold Krick<br />Harold- great commander, Scandinavian.<br />Krick- Irving Krick, meteorologist and inventor, known for advancements in meteorology. Both people had a lot of math involved in their jobs, and pursued music.<br />Ana Pascal<br />Ana- gracious, Latin.<br />Pascal- Blaise Pascal, mathematician, inventor, and philosopher. Known for the Pascal’s triangle. Both people have the capability for dealing with all kinds of numbers, but still follow their personal philosophies on life.<br />Karen Eiffel<br />Karen- pure, Greek.<br />Eiffel- Gustav Eiffel, architect who designed the Eiffel tower. Both people are accomplished and respected, and construct rather complex things.<br />Jules Hilbert<br />Jules- youthful, French.<br />Hilbert- David Hilbert, mathematician, philosopher, and teacher. Both believe in applying a higher logic to what they’re doing.<br />Penny Escher<br />Penny- silent worker, Greek.<br />Escher-MC Escher, popular artist who depicts impossible structures. Meanwhile, Penny helps authors out of writer’s block.<br />Dr. Mittag-Leffler <br />First name: none found.<br />Mittag-Leffler- Gosta Mittag-Leffler, mathematician. Physically similar to character, both people are successful and distinguished.<br />Purpose<br />Characters in this film were mainly named after mathematicians or scientists. Their first names are directly tied to their personalities. The references to such intellect likely relates to the characters being quite intelligent, as well as contributing to a fictional setting. <br />