Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

1h 54m • Documentary • 2020

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

Temple Grandin, Oliver Sacks, Paul Theroux, Christof Koch, Bill Hayes, Steve Silberman

Director

Ric Burns

Language

English

Country

USA

Studio

Vulcan Productions