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Awakenings (1990) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Awakenings is a 1990 American drama film based on the 1973 non-fiction book of the same name. Directed by Penny Marshall, it was written for the screen by Steven Zaillian, who based his screenplay on Oliver Sacks's 1973 memoir of the same name.
Jan 11, 1991 · Awakenings: Directed by Penny Marshall. With Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, Julie Kavner, Ruth Nelson. The victims of an encephalitis epidemic many years ago have been catatonic ever since, but now a new drug offers the prospect of reviving them.
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- Biography, Drama
- Penny Marshall
- 1991-01-11
Steven Zaillian. Screenplay. 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 ...
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- Penny Marshall, Nick Murphy
Oct 13, 2018 · Awakenings cast list, listed alphabetically with photos when available. This list of Awakenings actors includes any Awakenings actresses and all other actors from the film. You can view additional information about each Awakenings actor on this list, such as when and where they were born.
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Julie Kavner. Eleanor Costello. Ruth Nelson. Mrs. Lowe. John Heard. Dr. Kaufman. Watchlist. TRAILER. Watchlist. In Theaters At Home TV Shows. The story of a doctor's...
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- Drama
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