Skip to main content

Deep Dive: Hawking (2013)

Play Trailer

Film Lens

Hawking
Hawking is a biographical documentary that focuses on the life of Stephen Hawking, detailing his personal and professional experiences. Directed by Stephen Finnigan, the film features Hawking narrating his own story through a computerized voice, providing a unique perspective on his life. It covers his love life, particularly his relationship with Jane Wilde Hawking, and his battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, which profoundly affected his physical abilities but did not hinder his intellectual pursuits. The documentary includes interviews with notable figures such as Kip Thorne, Buzz Aldrin, and Richard Branson, as well as family members and colleagues. These interviews complement the narrative, offering insights into Hawking's character and contributions to science. The film runs for 86 minutes and is produced in the UK, presenting a comprehensive view of Hawking's journey from a young adult to a world-renowned physicist.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Stephen Hawking through his own voice.
  • •See insights from Kip Thorne and Buzz Aldrin.
  • •Find out about Hawking's love life with Jane Wilde.

Did You Know

•The film features interviews with 10 notable individuals, including Kip Thorne and Buzz Aldrin.
•Stephen Hawking narrates the film using his Equalizer computerized voice.
•The documentary has a runtime of 86 minutes.
•The film was directed by Stephen Finnigan and released in 2013.

Perfect For

Fans of Stephen HawkingBiographical documentariesScience enthusiasts