Augmented
Originally released in 2020. Augmented is a documentary film. directed by Matthew Orr. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hugh Herr, Jim Ewing, and Jeffrey C. Batzer
Synopsis
The personal journey of Hugh Herr, a double amputee and MIT scientist who creates brain-controlled robotic limbs. At 17, Hugh survived a near-death experience while climbing Mount Washington. Stunned by the prosthetic he was given, and realizing there was untapped potential for such devices, Hugh set out to improve the field of prosthetics. His innovative success leads to a major scientific breakthrough, a radical new way of performing amputations, and more.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 9, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- NOVA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augmented about?
The personal journey of Hugh Herr, a double amputee and MIT scientist who creates brain-controlled robotic limbs. At 17, Hugh survived a near-death experience while climbing Mount Washington. Stunn...
Who directed Augmented?
Augmented was directed by Matthew Orr.
How long is Augmented?
Augmented has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Augmented released?
Augmented was released on October 9, 2020 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Augmented?
The main cast of Augmented includes Hugh Herr, Jim Ewing, Jeffrey C. Batzer, Alison Osius, Tyler Clites.