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201088 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Unforgettable

201088 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Brad Williams is the second person ever studied for hyperthymesia, a condition that allows him to recall events with remarkable detail.

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Brad Williams is the second person ever studied for hyperthymesia, a condition that allows him to recall events with remarkable detail.

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Eric Williamsdirector

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Robert Bazellcast

Larry Cahillcast

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Brad Williams lives in a small town in the United States. He is the second person ever studied for hyperthymesia, a condition that allows him to recall events in vivid detail. Neurologists from the University of California, Los Angeles, investigate his unique memory. As Williams gains recognition in mid-life, he shares personal anecdotes that illustrate how hyperthymesia affects his relationships and daily life. Expert interviews provide additional context about this rare mental ability.

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