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Steve Jobs: Billion Dollar Hippy
Broadly considered a brand that inspires fervour and defines cool consumerism, Apple has become one of the biggest corporations in the world, fuelled by game-changing products that tap into modern desires. Its leader, Steve Jobs, was a long-haired college dropout with infinite ambition, and an inspirational perfectionist with a bully's temper. A man of contradictions, he fused a Californian counterculture attitude and a mastery of the art of hype with explosive advances in computer technology. Insiders including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, the chairman who ousted Jobs from the company he founded, and Jobs' chief of software, tell extraordinary stories of the rise, fall and rise again of Apple with Steve Jobs at its helm. With Stephen Fry, world wide web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee and branding guru Rita Clifton, Evan Davis decodes the formula that took Apple from suburban garage to global supremacy.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the life and career of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, focusing on his early years and the development of the Macintosh computer. It delves into his unique management style, his expulsion from Apple, and his eventual triumphant return. The film highlights his revolutionary vision that transformed multiple industries.
Critical Reception
The documentary received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its insightful look into Jobs's complex personality and his impact on technology and culture. It was noted for its comprehensive narrative and thorough research.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its in-depth exploration of Steve Jobs's formative years and the creation of the Macintosh.
Applauded for detailing Jobs's visionary approach and his tumultuous career.
Considered a valuable look at the man behind one of the world's most influential tech companies.
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Fun Fact
The documentary was produced by BBC, and its original airdate was in the UK.
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