1 / 3A Brief History of Time (DVD)
DVD: A Brief History of Time is a documentary directed by Errol Morris about physicist Stephen Hawking, combining his personal story with explanations of ideas from his book. Its listed runtime is 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a feature-length choice for viewers interested in Hawking and cosmology.
At a glance
- Errol Morris's documentary follows Stephen Hawking and connects his life story with concepts from his book.
- The listing identifies color, NTSC and widescreen presentation on one disc.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines biographical material about Hawking with accessible discussion of cosmological ideas.
- At 1 hour and 24 minutes, it offers a defined feature-length viewing session.
Technical specifications
13 specifications| Genre | Special Interests |
|---|---|
| Director | Errol Morris |
| Contributors | Errol Morris, Stephen Hawking |
| Actor | Stephen Hawking |
| Language | English |
| MPAA rating | G (General Audience) |
| Runtime | 1 hour and 24 minutes |
| Release date | April 15, 2014 |
| Media format | Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Widescreen |
|---|---|
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Studio | Criterion Collection (Direct) |
| Dimensions listed | 7.49 x 5.38 x 0.57 inches; 2.72 ounces |
|---|
| Item model number | 28934714 |
|---|
What to know before buying
- The listing gives a single-disc format and describes it as color, multiple formats, NTSC and widescreen. It does not specify which multiple formats are included, so confirm compatibility with your playback setup if needed.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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19% 19% - 3 stars
0% 0% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
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The listing provides aggregate customer ratings but no written feedback. The distribution skews toward five-star ratings, while a smaller one-star segment indicates that experiences are not uniformly positive. Ratings alone do not establish what viewers liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance beyond a generally favorable but mixed signal for this Hawking and cosmology documentary.
Frequently asked questions
What is this documentary about?
The listing describes a film about Stephen Hawking that explores his personal story and makes ideas from his book accessible.
How long is the film?
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 24 minutes.
What format details are provided?
The listing specifies color, NTSC and widescreen, and says the set contains one disc. It does not clarify the multiple-formats wording.
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