Oliver Sacks: His Own Life 2021

Synopsis:

An exploration of 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.

Directed by: Ric Burns
Release date: 2021-09-29
Runtime: 114 minutes
Cast:
Oliver Sacks
Oliver Sacks
Self (archive footage) 
Atul Gawande
Atul Gawande
Self 
Christof Koch
Christof Koch
Self 
Roberto Calasso
Roberto Calasso
Self 
Kate Edgar
Kate Edgar
Self