In Search of Memory

Name: In Search of Memory
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2008-08-20
Rating: 5.4

A personal portrait of the inspired neuroscientist Eric Kandel

Documentary1h 35m

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71%

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5.4

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Storyline

"In Search of Memory" is a very personal portrait of Eric Kandel, the "rock star" of neuroscience and the most important brain researcher of the 20th century. A fascinating documentary about the exciting mystery of the brain which arouses a curiosity in life and learning.

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DirectorPetra Seeger

ReleasedAug 20, 2008

StatusReleased

Original languageGerman

Budget

Not disclosed

Revenue

$1.1M

Parental guide0DE

Studios

W-film

cine-connect

Reviews

6 reviews · 5 critics

5 fresh · 0 rotten

Mark Feeney

RTBoston GlobeApr 22, 2010

There are many indicators of star power. Not the least of them is unforgettability. On screen, no less than in the laboratory, Eric Kandel has star power.

Jonathan F. Richards

RTFilm.comMar 2, 2010

The film alternates between the memory lane travelogues, interviews with Dr. Kandel explaining for the layman the intricacies of the physical structure of memory, and the observations of his assistants and colleagues.

Peter Rainer

RTChristian Science MonitorJan 22, 2010

The best reason to see Petra Seeger's documentary In Search of Memory is to make the acquaintance of the remarkable Dr. Eric Kandel,

Peter Keough

RTBoston PhoenixApr 21, 2010

Seeger deftly interweaves the ironies, the paradoxes, and the deeper implications of her subject, but the irrepressible Kandel steals the show.