Tesla: Master of Lightning (2000)

Nikola Tesla, the enigmatic genius who laid the cornerstone of our modern world, stands tall in the annals of history through his ground-breaking electrical inventions. His innovations range from alternating-current (AC) power transmission and electric motors, which electrified our world, to the high-frequency (HF) communications that set the stage for the explosion of radio and television. He illuminated the streets with neon lighting, revolutionized remote radio-control, and even ventured into the mysterious realm of X-rays. Yet, Tesla's dazzling intellect and technical prowess were often overshadowed by his peculiar personality and a conspicuous absence of business savvy. His final years were marked by economic struggle, leading to a penniless death in 1943. However, his legacy did not end there. A mystery unfolded in the wake of his departure - the tantalizing enigma of his "missing papers" concerning a purported 'death ray'. This dramatic narrative delves into Tesla's controversial research on particle beam weaponry, a field that sparked fervent interest in both American and Soviet military research circles, ultimately inspiring initiatives like the Strategic Defense Initiative, colloquially known as "Star Wars". This film, Tesla: Master of Lightning, is an electrifying journey into the life and mind of one of history's most intriguing and influential figures.

Tesla: Master of Lightning is a documentary movie featuring Stacy Keach and directed by Robert Uth.

It is possible to buy Tesla: Master of Lightning on Amazon Video and Apple iTunes.