A Brief History of Time

1991 | 80 minutes | 7.2 ★ (115)

A Brief History of Time
  • Overview

    This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.

  • Release Date

    01 October 1991

  • DirectingErrol Morris
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $2,279,692.00

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