A Brief History of Time 1991 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 23m

In part an adaptation of cosmologist Stephen Hawking's popular book about his theories of the universe, this documentary also shows Hawking's daily life as he deals with the ALS that renders him virtually immobile and unable to speak without the use of computer. Hawking's friends, family, former classmates and peers are interviewed about not only his theories but the man himself. Director Errol Morris uses creative graphics to visually illustrate Hawking's complex ideas.
Release date: October 1991 (Los Angeles)
Director: Errol Morris
Running time: 1h 23m
Awards: Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize - U.S. Documentary
Music by: Philip Glass
Genre: Documentary