Awakening the Mind - A Celebration of the Life and Work of Oliver Sacks

Delve into a captivating tribute to the extraordinary life and work of Dr. Oliver Sacks in this 1 hour 36 minute video from the World Science Festival. Experience a multi-media celebration featuring stories from friends, colleagues, patients, and admirers, as well as Dr. Sacks himself. Explore the profound impact of this physician, best-selling author, and neurology professor on medicine and storytelling through a blend of music, imagery, and personal reflections. Discover insights from notable figures such as Robert Krulwich, Brian Greene, and Temple Grandin, and enjoy performances by talented artists including Conor Doyle, Eric Jordan, and Christine Ebersole. Gain a deeper understanding of Sacks' groundbreaking work, including his famous "Awakenings" study, and hear his thoughts on time and the importance of science. Produced in partnership with the Oliver Sacks Foundation, this comprehensive tribute offers a unique glimpse into the mind of a man The New York Times called "a poet laureate of contemporary medicine" and "one of the great clinical writers of the twentieth century."