InScience Film Festival
Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

This intimate documentary tells the story of one of the most famous neuroscientists in modern history: Oliver Sacks. This is a personal story of his struggles with addiction, homophobia, and his attempts at gaining acceptance for his unconventional scientific theories. Follow him on a journey to self-discovery fraught with obstacles.

Director
Ric Burns
Country
United States
Length
90 min
Nominated for
InSights NTR Audience Award, Student Jury Award
Type Film
Documentary
Premiere
Language
English
Pathway
Neurology, Biography
Subtitle
Dutch
Year
2019

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