Kip Thorne
Biography: Kip Stephen Thorne is an American theoretical physicist known for his contributions in gravitational physics and astrophysics.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: June 01, 1940
Deathday: N/A
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A Brief History of Time
1991-10-01
A Brief History of Time
Overview: This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-10-01
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Singularity Song
2017-09-15
Singularity Song
Overview: With a large scale video environment, Rachel Mason creates a virtual black hole, where her song cycle becomes a score for gravitational waves, and renowned dancer and choreographer Oguri inhabits a dimension beyond earth. Mason was inspired by her interviews with some of the most provocative thinkers about the physics of black holes and the poetics of visualizing such immense phenomena.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-09-15
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The Science of Interstellar
2014-11-13
The Science of Interstellar
Overview: Matthew McConaughey narrates a fascinating look at Christopher Nolan's sci-fi film, 'Interstellar', including scientific foundations, the work of consulting Scientist Kip Thorne, basic film themes, the science behind the search for planets capable of hosting life, space-time and the theory of relativity, the science of wormholes and black holes, crafting the film's visuals based on real scientific observation, the birth of the universe, the Dust Bowl and the evolution of dust as a toxin, the likelihood of future dust storms, the prospects of escaping a dying or doomed planet and the possibilities of colonizing Mars.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-11-13
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Inside 'Interstellar'
2015-03-31
Inside 'Interstellar'
Overview: Cast and crew of Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar" discuss project origins, the film's imagery, ambitions, incorporating IMAX footage, the human element within the film, arm shooting locations outside of Calgary, the set construction and design, working with real corn, mechanical characters, including backstory, design, the blend of practical and digital effects in bringing them to life, the differences in the characters, the human performances behind the characters, the creative process behind the film's music, Icelandic locations, vehicle interiors, the processes of simulating the absence of gravity, the crucial end-film visuals and influence and inspiration for future generations
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-03-31
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Black Hole Apocalypse
2018-01-10
Black Hole Apocalypse
Overview: Astrophysicists show how black holes might hold answers to how the universe evolved, leading to life on Earth and, ultimately, the human race.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-01-10
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