Movie

The Faraway Nearby

“Would you risk it all for a chance at being the first to make a discovery, even if it consumed your life? Physicists, artists, and other creatives explore the emotional side of discovery and question whether the risk is worth the journey.”

20241h 18m

Documentary

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Good to know

Director: Paula M. Froehle
Release date: 2024-03-20
Runtime: 1h 18m
Language: English
Budget: $850,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Opal Pictures

The Faraway Nearby — trailer

About The Faraway Nearby

The Faraway Nearby is a 2024 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Paula M. Froehle, starring Mark Czoske, Kip Thorne and Rana Adhikari. It has a runtime of 1 hour 18 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Faraway Nearby in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Faraway Nearby follows the tragic life of pioneer physicist Joseph Weber, whose pursuit of gravitational waves takes him on a dizzying journey from the height of acclaim to the depths of despair and disdain when he breaks the cardinal rule of science and clings to his ideas though his results can't be duplicated. Physicists, artists, and other creatives explore the emotional side of discovery and question whether the risk is worth the journey.

Cast

Mark Czoske

Joe Weber

Kip Thorne

Himself

Rana Adhikari

Himself

Rainer Weiss

Himself

Nergis Mavalvala

Herself

Alan Lightman

Himself

Lia Halloran

Herself

Silas Riener

Himself

Themes & keywords

obsessionphysicsartastronomydiscoveryspacetimescienceblackholesscientific theoryalbert einsteinjoe webergravitational wavesligo

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Faraway Nearby in Italy?+

The Faraway Nearby is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Faraway Nearby on Netflix?+

The Faraway Nearby is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is The Faraway Nearby?+

The Faraway Nearby has a runtime of 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).

Who stars in The Faraway Nearby?+

The Faraway Nearby stars Mark Czoske, Kip Thorne, Rana Adhikari, Rainer Weiss and Nergis Mavalvala.

When did The Faraway Nearby come out?+

The Faraway Nearby is a 2024 movie directed by Paula M. Froehle.

What genre is The Faraway Nearby?+

The Faraway Nearby is Documentary film.

Who directed The Faraway Nearby?+

The Faraway Nearby was directed by Paula M. Froehle.