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Hawking

Synopsis
Documentary portrait of the renowned physicist and cosmologist, in which Stephen Hawking tells his own story in his own words. Director Stephen Finnigan was allowed unprecedented access to Hawking’s private life, resulting in a film which tells the story of Hawking’s success, from his early career and challenges, to his battle with motor neurone disease, his two marriages and his fame. The the film also features dramatic reconstructions and testimonies from those who have known and worked with him during his life.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Year of release
2013
Subjects
Physics
Keywords
cosmology; Hawking, Stephen W; Physics - theoretical

Credits

Director
Stephen Finnigan
Contributor
Stephen W Hawking

Distribution Formats

Type
DVD
Format
Region 2 PAL
Price
£19.99
Availability
Sale
Duration/Size
89 minutes
Year
2013

Distributor

Name

4DVD

Web
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Phone
020 7396 4444
Address
124 Horseferry Road
London
SW1P 2TX

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