Awakenings (1990)
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.
Key facts
- Released:
- 1990-12-04
- Runtime:
- 120 min
- Genres:
- Drama
- Director:
- Penny Marshall
- Top cast:
- Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner, Penelope Ann Miller, Ruth Nelson
- Original language:
- EN
- TMDB rating:
- 7.8/10 from 2,863 votes
- Bynge Score:
- 7.8/10