Movie review: ‘Hidden Figures’ is an uplifting tale

There’s no requirement for a movie to be unique or groundbreaking in order to succeed. “Hidden Figures” tells a singular story in textbook fashion, creating a conventional, feel-good, part-fictional history lesson that would fit in any high school. Adapted from Margot Lee Shetterly’s nonfiction bestseller, this is a rare glimpse at black women making crucial contributions…