Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

The Story

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.

Rating

M

Duration

114 min

Cast

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

Director

Ric Burns