The Faraway, Nearby

A visionary scientist, a groundbreaking idea, and a devastating fall from grace. The Faraway Nearby tells the tragic story of Joseph Weber. 

Physicist Joe Weber, celebrated for his pioneering search and detection of gravitational waves. He was convinced he had found proof, but when others failed to replicate his results, his reputation crumbled. Yet, his insights remained influential, shaping future research in unexpected ways. The film dives into the inner workings of the scientific community, revealing how collaboration, skepticism, and competition drive progress—but can also lead to exclusion. Through the voices of physicists and artists, it raises pressing questions about the cost of challenging established ideas and the fine line between ambition and isolation in the pursuit of truth.