Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) was one of the most fascinating scientists
of the 20th century. He invented, developed or imagined the technology
that brought us electricity, remote control, neon and fluorescent lighting,
radio transmission and wireless communications...all the devices that now
connect the world of information.
Tesla was a brilliant and charismatic immigrant whose talent took him
to the height of celebrity. He locked horns with Thomas Edison, J. Pierpont
Morgan, Guglielmo Marconi, and George Westinghouse. Mark Twain and Fiorello
LaGuardia praised his genius. They are all characters in this program,
the very first to tell the full story of Tesla's life and work.
Tesla was not a practical man. He gave his life to realize his visions,
while others made millions with his inventions. Tragically, he died penniless
and forgotten.
Tesla, Master of Lightning recognizes a great and misunderstood man
of science. Many new and unknown details of Tesla's life have been uncovered
for this program. Much of the story is told in Tesla's own words, drawn
from his autobiographical and scientific writings.
The life of Nikola Tesla is an inspiring example of the power of one
man to battle the odds and change the world with his revolutionary ideas.
Preview - National Academy of Sciences
Tuesday, December 5, 2000 at 6:30 pm
Film Preview: Tesla: Master of Lightning
National Academy of Sciences Auditorium
Natonal Television
PBS premiere December 12 at 10:00 pm
For information, call 202.234.0608
Website: www.pbs.org/tesla after December 1, 2000
Producer/Director: ROBERT UTH
Executive Producer: PHYLIS GELLER
Written By: ROBERT UTH and PHYLIS GELLER
Senior Science Advisor: LELAND I. ANDERSON
Voice of Nikola Tesla: STACY KEACH
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