CinemaOSMovie · 2023 · 1h 18m

The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain

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.

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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.

Directed byMichelle Shephard

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Runtime
1h 18m
Language
EN
Released
May 3, 2023

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7 credited
Starring

Carolyn Abraham

Self

Frederick E. Lepore

Self

Benyamin Cohen

Self

Robert Schulmann

Self

Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein

Self (archive footage)

Steven Levy

Steven Levy

Self

Johnny Carson

Johnny Carson

Self (archive footage)

Creative team
Directed by
Michelle Shephard
Written by
Michelle Shephard
Carolyn Abraham
Produced by
Bryn Hughes
Carolyn Abraham

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