Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
An exploration of the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller, as he shares intimate details of his battles with drug addiction, homophobia, and a medical establishment that accepted his work only decades after the fact. Sacks was a fearless explorer of unknown mental worlds who helped redefine our understanding of the brain and mind, the diversity of human experience, and our shared humanity.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Sep 29, 2021
Runtime
1h 54m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
71%
Original Title
Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
Production Companies
Vulcan Productions, Steeplechase Films, American Masters Pictures, Sandbox Films
Director
Ric Burns
Description
An exploration of the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller, as he shares intimate details of his battles with drug addiction, homophobia, and a medical establishment that accepted his work only decades after the fact. Sacks was a fearless explorer of unknown mental worlds who helped redefine our understanding of the brain and mind, the diversity of human experience, and our shared humanity.