Awakenings1990
There is no such thing as a simple miracle.
Director
Screenplay
Steven Zaillian
Actors
Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner, Penelope Ann Miller, Ruth Nelson, Max von Sydow, Dexter Gordon, Richard Libertini, Judith Malina, Mary Alice, Bradley Whitford, Harvey Miller, Peter Stormare, Vincent Pastore, Vin Diesel
Music
Versions
Theatrical – 120 Minutes
Genres
FSK
12
About the film
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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Ratings
7.8tmdb
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