Awakenings
1990 . Drama . 2h 0m
8.6
Everyone
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About the movie
7.8/10 
88/100
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.
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Actors:
Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner, Penelope Ann Miller
Director:
Penny Marshall
Rated:
PG-13
Writer:
Oliver Sacks (book), Steven Zaillian (screenplay)
Language:
English
Release:
04 Dec 1990
Reviews
Maja Nielsen
1 month ago
10
So interesting - sad - beautiful. I cried a lot. This movie really speaks to my heart. Amazing actors.
