An 89-year-old former Vedanta monk promotes astronomy on city streets and in parks, using his invention of the Dobsonian telescope mount.
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An 89-year-old former Vedanta monk promotes astronomy on city streets and in parks, using his invention of the Dobsonian telescope mount.
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John Dobson, a former Vedanta monk, takes to the streets and parks to promote astronomy through his unique approach to sidewalk astronomy. The 2005 documentary follows Dobson as he engages with the public, sharing his passion for the cosmos and his unconventional views on religion and cosmology. Filmed by Jeffrey Fox Jacobs, the documentary features Dobson's voiceovers and captures his interactions at various locations, including state parks and astronomy clubs. It premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2005.
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Why Watch
- Meet John Dobson, a unique sidewalk astronomer.
- See astronomy come alive in public spaces.
- Find out about Dobson's views on religion and cosmology.
Did You Know
- John Dobson is a former Vedanta monk who became an amateur astronomer.
- The film has a running time of 78 minutes.
- It was shown at five different film festivals in 2005 and 2006.
- The documentary was produced and directed by Jeffrey Fox Jacobs.
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Who is the main subject of A Sidewalk Astronomer?
John Dobson, a former Vedanta monk and amateur astronomer, is the main subject of A Sidewalk Astronomer.
What is the running time of A Sidewalk Astronomer?
A Sidewalk Astronomer has a running time of 78 minutes.
In which film festivals was A Sidewalk Astronomer screened?
A Sidewalk Astronomer was screened at the Tribeca Film Festival, Singapore Film Festival, Maine Film Festival, Avignon Film Festival, and Green Mountain Film Festival.
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