“The idea of a show that’s specifically focused on mental health and neurological issues is really unique to me… I feel deeply connected to telling stories right now that actually offer some sense of what brings us together as opposed to what separates us.” — Zachary Quinto

Directed by Ric Burns

The award-winning documentary 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.

The film features exclusive interviews with Sacks conducted just weeks after he received a terminal diagnosis, and months prior to his death in August 2015.

“Beautifully presents a portrait of his compassion and bravery.” — The New York Times

“A moving portrait of a man taking deep stock of his life with great satisfaction and verve.” — LA Times

“A vivid portrait of an ebullient, provocative, brilliant man who transformed the practice of medicine.” — Science

The 1990 film based on the book Awakenings is available to watch on a number of streaming services.

Directed by Penny Marshall, and starring Robert De Niro and Robin Williams, the film marked the beginning of a lifelong friendship between Oliver Sacks and Robin Williams.

Awakenings was nominated for three Academy Awards, and whenever we watch it, we are reminded of how beautiful the sets and cinematography are, and how very movingly the Awakenings patients’ stories are told. And if you watch closely, you will spot many other extraordinary actors, including John Heard, Ann Meara, Judith Malina, Julie Kavner, Bradley Whitford, and the great Dexter Gordon.

Find out where to watch. Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures

The Animated Mind of Oliver Sacks is a journey into the mind and work of Oliver Sacks. Filmmaker Dempsey Rice’s decade of interviews with Oliver combine with animation, archival material and cinematic new filming, to take this film beyond conventional biography and into Oliver’s mind and world.