1990
7.8 (2624 votes)
2h 0m
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Genres
Drama
Production Companies
Parkes/Lasker productions
Awakenings
There is no such thing as a simple miracle.
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.
Key Crew
Director: Penny Marshall
Director of Photography: Miroslav Ondříček
Producer: Walter F. Parkes, Lawrence Lasker
Screenplay: Steven Zaillian
Top Cast
Robert De Niro
Leonard Lowe
Robin Williams
Malcolm Sayer
John Heard
Dr. Kaufman
Julie Kavner
Eleanor Costello
Penelope Ann Miller
Paula
Ruth Nelson
Mrs. Lowe
Max von Sydow
Peter Ingham
Anne Meara
Miriam
Videos
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