Awakenings (1990)

Hollywood movie · Drama · 120 min · TMDB 7.8/10

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.

Cast: Robert De Niro (Leonard Lowe), Robin Williams (Malcolm Sayer), John Heard (Dr. Kaufman), Julie Kavner (Eleanor Costello), Penelope Ann Miller (Paula), Ruth Nelson (Mrs. Lowe).

Directed by Penny Marshall.

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