Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
Original title: Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
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9/29/2021
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1h 54min
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Documentary
Synopsis
Oliver Sacks: His Own Life explores 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.
Direction: Ric Burns
Producer: Bonnie Lafave, Kathryn Clinard, Leigh Howell
Cast
Oliver Sacks
Self (archive footage)
Temple Grandin
Self
