Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

Oliver Sacks: His Own Life (2019)

23 Sep 2020 • Documentary, Biography • 1h 51m
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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.

Ric Burns
Director

Writer
Oliver Sacks, Roberto Calasso, António Damásio
Starring

Language: English, Hebrew
Awards: 2 wins & 1 nomination
Country: United States
Metacritic Score: 82
DVD Release Date:
Box Office Total:

7.7

IMDb (573 votes)
100%
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