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Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
7.6 / 10• 2021• 1h 54m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Oliver Sacks
Self (archive footage)
LeadAG
Atul Gawande
Self
Temple Grandin
Self
CK
Christof Koch
Self
RC
Roberto Calasso
Self
KE
Kate Edgar
Self
SF
Shane Fistell
Self
LH
Lowell Handler
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ric Burns's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Oliver Sacks: His Own Life is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
