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Jan 24, 2015 Acclaimed filmmaker Errol Morris investigates whether his late brother Noel, a brilliant mind, invented email. He reflects on their complex sibling bond and Noel's innovative spirit, which still resonates in today's technology. Through personal anecdotes, Errol highlights the historical journey of email's creation and its pioneers. He dives deep into the emotional challenge of understanding loved ones posthumously, uncovering the intricacies of legacy and personal connections in the digital age.
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The Email Rumor
- Errol Morris found a comment online suggesting his deceased brother, Noel, invented email.
- This sparked an investigation into Noel's life and work.
The Brilliant Brother
- Errol admired his brother Noel, a brilliant inventor, from a distance.
- Noel built contraptions like the "Morris Manic Door" and showed an early aptitude for technology.
Visiting the Future
- Noel worked at MIT programming early computers, a world Errol found fascinating but didn't understand.
- Noel had a computer console in his apartment, allowing him to work around the clock.