Bill Nye: Science Guy

Name: Bill Nye: Science Guy
Genre: Documentary
Released: October 27, 2017
Duration: 101 min
Rating: 73
Cast: Ann Druyan, Bill Nye, Eugenie C. Scott, Francis Collins, Heather Berlin

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Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) | Release Date: October 27, 2017 | Not Rated

Starring: Ann Druyan, Bill Nye, Eugenie C. Scott, Francis Collins, Heather Berlin, James White, Joe Bastardi, Ken Ham, Michael E. Mann, Neil deGrasse Tyson

Summary: Bill Nye is a man on a mission: to stop the spread of anti-scientific thinking across the world. The former star of the popular kids show "Bill Nye The Science Guy" is now the CEO of The Planetary Society, an organization founded by Bill's mentor Carl Sagan, where he's launching a solar propelled spacecraft into the cosmos and advocatingBill Nye is a man on a mission: to stop the spread of anti-scientific thinking across the world. The former star of the popular kids show "Bill Nye The Science Guy" is now the CEO of The Planetary Society, an organization founded by Bill's mentor Carl Sagan, where he's launching a solar propelled spacecraft into the cosmos and advocating for the importance of science, research, and discovery in public life. With intimate and exclusive access —as well as plenty of wonder and whimsy — this behind-the-scenes portrait of Nye follows him as he takes off his Science Guy lab coat and takes on those who deny climate change, evolution, and a science-based world view.… Expand

Director: David Alvarado and Jason Sussberg

Genre(s): Documentary

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 101 min

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Gary Goldstein

Nov 9, 2017

As brainy, vital and captivating as its eponymous star, the documentary Bill Nye: Science Guy should warm the hearts and minds of science lovers, weather enthusiasts, environmental watchdogs and astronomy buffs, all while inspiring viewers to ask questions and seek answers. Read full review

Joe Leydon

Jun 21, 2017

Bill Nye: Science Guy is an efficiently thought-provoking study of what it means to be a rational and analytical advocate for science in an age when deniers of evolution and climate-change often seem to have higher profiles, deeper pockets and louder voices. But it’s even more interesting as the story of a beloved celebrity who wants to reinvent himself, to be taken more seriously. Read full review

Michael Rechtshaffen

Jun 21, 2017

Nye's openness extends to a clear-eyed examination of his personal life — one which has often taken a back seat to his career pursuits, impacting his ability to sustain meaningful relationships. Read full review

IndieWire Steve Greene

Jun 21, 2017

While Bill Nye: Science Guy may not spend all its time on the man himself, it proves that the guy behind “Science rules!” hasn’t gone anywhere. Read full review

Walter Addiego

Nov 15, 2017

Nye’s focus on work has had a deleterious effect on his social life. Some of Nye’s issues are no doubt the result of lifelong fears that he may be struck by a neurological condition called Ataxia that runs in his family, but which so far has not affected him. Read full review

The Film Stage John Fink

Oct 26, 2017

Bill Nye: Science Guy mixes science and inquiry with an intimate look at the personal trials and tribulations of Nye as he struggles with guilt, seeing his brother and sister suffer from a neurological condition that he’s escaped. Read full review

Tim Grierson

Jun 21, 2017

Directors David Alvarado and Jason Sussberg don’t dig deeply enough into their complex subject, while spending too much time on the same distractions that are compromising Nye’s focus. Read full review

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MrFix3

Oct 29, 2017

Entertaining and informative documentary about Bill Nye covering childhood to the present. Of course the film covers the history of "Bill Nye, The Science Guy" including interviews with the writer and producer of the series. But the real core of the film is scenes covering his recentEntertaining and informative documentary about Bill Nye covering childhood to the present. Of course the film covers the history of "Bill Nye, The Science Guy" including interviews with the writer and producer of the series. But the real core of the film is scenes covering his recent activity promoting science in the classroom and educating the public about humanity's role in global warming. His debate with Ken Ham and a followup visit to the Ark Experience are covered as well as a trip to an ice core research station in the arctic. A good part of the film covers his time as CEO of the Planetary Society and their solar sail project (inspired by the late Carl Sagan) and this sequence provides some positive vibes to balance the challenges he faces debating climate change deniers. The documentary is beautifully filmed, with a variety of interview subjects, archival footage, and informative graphics. Even climate change deniers are given a decent amount of screen time, though it's clear Nye and the film producers get to steer the narrative. There are moments of sadness and moments of pure joy, highly recommended if you're a fan of Bill or a science geek.… Expand

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