Me & Isaac Newton
First Look International | Release Date: November 3, 2000 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
71
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 9 Critic Reviews
Positive:
8
Mixed:
1
Negative:
0

Critic Reviews

Critic scorePublicationBy date
83
Seattle Post-IntelligencerSean Axmaker
An inspirational documentary that treats thinkers (so often the villains of our entertainments) as heroes. Read full review
83
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.
80
The New York TimesStephen Holden
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. Read full review
75
San Francisco ChronicleMick LaSalle
An elegant and rather even-tempered documentary. Read full review
75
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
Hey, kids! Skip the job fairs and go directly to a screening of Me & Isaac Newton. Read full review
75
New York PostV.A. Musetto
Makes for fascinating viewing.
70
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. Read full review
50
Village VoiceMichael Atkinson
It's a TV show and a facile one at that. Read full review
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