Explore the fascinating intersection of physics, mathematics, and 3D graphics in this 18-minute video lecture. Dive into Plateau's problem, which seeks to find the minimal surface with a given boundary. Learn how nature's solution to this problem, demonstrated by soap films, inspires physicists and mathematicians alike. Discover the concept of hyperbolic mean curvature flow and its applications in various fields. Gain insights into active research areas in mathematics and physics, and understand how these principles are applied in 3D graphics. Access additional resources for further study, including academic papers, research articles, and practical implementations in computer graphics.