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Photograph 51
- Narrated by: Anna Chlumsky, Omar Metwally, Benjamin Rosenfield, Stephen Kunken, David Corenswet, Aasif Mandvi
- Length: 2 hrs and 1 min
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Drama & Plays
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Photograph 51
Publisher's Summary
In 1951, chemist Rosalind Franklin (Anna Chlumsky) works relentlessly in her King’s College London lab, closing in on a major discovery that could unlock the mysteries of the DNA molecule. Undermined by her colleague Maurice Wilkins (Omar Metwally), she struggles to compete with rival team Watson and Crick (David Corenswet and Aasif Mandvi) as pressure intensifies to produce results.
Following a critically acclaimed run in London, Anna Ziegler’s play is brought to life in a new production directed by five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman, honoring the monumental contribution of one scientist with two X chromosomes whom history nearly left behind.
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- V. Bolling
- 12-25-20
Riveting
I don’t often use the word riveting but it certainly describes this production. I love that Audible is offering such great work. The actors are amazing. The writing is so good. Listening to it brought the characters to life. The actors couldn’t have been more perfect for this. Funny, informative and sad, Photograph 51 is one of the best productions Audible has produced. I hope they consider doing more like it.
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- Angela D. Cupit
- 12-15-20
worth every minute
this is simply exquisite! (and i learned now how to spell that word just for this)
poetic theater, heart meets head and there's no going back. enjoy :)
3 people found this helpful
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- Greg Connell
- 03-05-21
Not what I expected.
When I first realized I wanted to post a review I thought no, this is something from the 50's and all these characters are probably gone by now. Not true, this was done recently as I only learned listening to the interview. So I just want to let the writer and characters in on how so real in my mind it was. How did you make it feel as if I was back in time? I will be glad if everyone gets my bravo for entertaining me through several lunch breaks. If people would just listen to the small voices in their heads. Sadness, regrets, lost love. I will have to listen again soon. Loved it. Thank you.
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- B. Orenstein
- 03-02-21
Time well spent
This is a fascinating story and gave proper credit to Rosalind Franklin’s incredible contributions to the understanding of DNA. The writing, production and actors were excellent.
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- debaney
- 12-14-20
Unveiling the Helix - In Collaboration and Isolation
Beautifully written about classical themes - left me in tears and thoughtful. Not offensive in its portrayal of the human challenges in those who triumphed in science through intentioned and accidental efforts. Unveiling the very human
story behind the discovery of the shapes of DNA with all its social and personal nuances.
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- Wendy
- 03-11-21
A treat and an education.
What a pleasure to hear this well done play as
an audiobook. It is beautifully done and contains excellent character studies with development. I highly recommend this bonus treat!
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- MomTeacher
- 01-30-21
Loved the story; loved the style
I didn't know anything about Rosalind Franklin and now I can't get enough of learning about her.
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- Rayman
- 12-29-20
It made me cry
OMG
I did not expect the end. I won’t say more.
Enjoy & be patient.
Excellent
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- RJC8
- 04-11-21
interesting presentaion
The performance was excellent; so good the main character was easy not to like. The story held me. I have been around a few people that although brilliant were difficult to be around. The character and this book reminded me of them. I tolerated my being uncomfortable because of the quality of the work.
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- Kindle Customer
- 04-08-21
Outstanding
Sometimes I use audible narration to listen to books at night before I go to sleep, I must admit I listened to this about four times because I would fall asleep and not be able to follow what was happening. So maybe this got into my DNA a bit and I finally just listened to the whole thing over again and it was an incredible treat. Historically interesting, lyrically written and the actors and actresses brought every character to life, their quirkiness and ambitions and even their willingness to be somewhat unethical one another to achieve their end goals.