Awakenings
Awakenings

Awakenings

There is no such thing as a simple miracle.

7.8120 min
Drama

Overview

Dr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician, uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. Leonard is the first patient to receive the controversial treatment. His awakening, filled with awe and enthusiasm, proves a rebirth for Sayer too, as the exuberant patient reveals life's simple but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor.

Movie Info

Release Date: 12/4/1990

Runtime: 120 min

Director: Penny Marshall

Writers: Steven Zaillian, Oliver Sacks

Top Cast

Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro

Leonard Lowe

Robin Williams

Robin Williams

Malcolm Sayer

John Heard

John Heard

Dr. Kaufman

Julie Kavner

Julie Kavner

Eleanor Costello

Penelope Ann Miller

Penelope Ann Miller

Paula

Ruth Nelson

Ruth Nelson

Mrs. Lowe

Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow

Peter Ingham

Anne Meara

Anne Meara

Miriam

Dexter Gordon

Dexter Gordon

Rolando

George Martin

George Martin

Frank

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