The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain (2023)
He believes it will solve the mystery of genius. He thinks it will make him a scientific star. But the decision will haunt the rest of his life.
On April 18, 1955, the pathologist performing the autopsy on Albert Einstein covertly steals the genius's brain, hoping to uncover the secret of brilliance. His good intentions and scientific ambitions collide with harsh realities as his world crumbles.
- Date of release
- 2023-05-03
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Genres
- Documentary
- Director
- Michelle Shephard
Casting
- Carolyn Abraham — Self
- Frederick E. Lepore — Self
- Benyamin Cohen — Self
- Robert Schulmann — Self
- Albert Einstein — Self (archive footage)
- Steven Levy — Self
- Johnny Carson — Self (archive footage)
Interesting facts
- Filmed in: Hartford, Bern, Princeton, and Wichita
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