An inspirational documentary that treats thinkers (so often the villains of our entertainments) as heroes.
83
Mr. ShowbizKevin Maynard
Mr. ShowbizKevin Maynard
The man (Apted) behind the excellent "7 Up" series has put a human face to science, making the seemingly abstruse both accessible and easily relatable.
Despite its ultimate lack of intellectual substance, Me and Isaac Newton is still inspiring. All seven of its subjects are fascinating, and most are extremely likable. Mr. Apted has done them all a huge favor.
75
San Francisco ChronicleMick LaSalle
San Francisco ChronicleMick LaSalle
An elegant and rather even-tempered documentary.
75
Boston GlobeJay Carr
Boston GlobeJay Carr
As each scientist chronicles his or her story, one is impressed by the place that unswerving motivation and determination has assumed in the work.
75
New York Daily NewsJami Bernard
New York Daily NewsJami Bernard
Hey, kids! Skip the job fairs and go directly to a screening of Me & Isaac Newton.
75
New York PostV.A. Musetto
New York PostV.A. Musetto
Makes for fascinating viewing.
70
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
You don't have to be a chem-lab wonk to be seduced by the seven scientists who discuss their work and lives in this engaging film.