The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain

05/03/2023

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1hr 18min

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Documentary

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.

STORY

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.

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • Carolyn Abraham
  • Frederick E. Lepore
  • Benyamin Cohen
  • Robert Schulmann
  • Albert Einstein

    Directors

  • Michelle Shephard
  • David Wall

INFORMATION

    Production Companies

    Production Countries

  • Canada

LANGUAGES

  • English

Cast

Frederick E. Lepore

Self

Benyamin Cohen

Self

Robert Schulmann

Self

Albert Einstein

Self (archive footage)

Steven Levy

Self

Johnny Carson

Self (archive footage)

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