Awakenings (1990)

EnglishFilm1990120 minDrama★ 7.8/10

There is no such thing as a simple miracle.

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.

Directed by

Penny Marshall

Starring

Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard

Music

Randy Newman

Released

1990-12-04

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