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Awakenings

Awakenings Summary:

By opening one man's eyes to the world... he opened his own. A true story of a maverick doctor and the patients whose lives he changes. Dr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician who uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease beginning with Leonard, 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. Encouraged by Leonard's stunning recovery, Sayer administers the drug to the other patients. The story of their friendship during this emotional journey is a testament to both the tenderness of the human heart and the strength of the human soul. (Sony Pictures)



Awakenings Info:

Release Date:
DVD: September 10, 1997
Theatrical: December 20, 1990
MPAA Rating: PG13 for adult situations and adult language
Running Time: 121 minutes, Color
Genre: Drama
Country: USA
Directed By:
Penny Marshall
Written By:
Oliver Sacks (book)
Steven Zaillian
Cast:
Robert De Niro
Robin Williams
Julie Kavner
Ruth Nelson
John Heard
Penelope Ann Miller




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Awakenings Review - Chicago Sun-Times by Roger Ebert
Awakenings Review - Washington Post by Rita Kempley
Awakenings Review - San Francisco Chronicle by Judy Stone
Awakenings Review - TV Guide by Staff (Not Credited)
Awakenings Review - Empire by Philip Thomas
Awakenings Review - The New York Times by Janet Maslin




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