Robert De Niro
Leonard Lowe
Search results
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. It tells the story of neurologist Dr. Malcolm Sayer ( Robin Williams ), based on Sacks, who ...
Jan 11, 1991 · Based on a true story, the film follows Dr. Malcolm Sayer (Robin Williams) who tries to revive his catatonic patients with a new drug. Starring Robert De Niro, Julie Kavner and John Heard, the film explores the challenges and joys of awakening the human spirit.
- (159K)
- Biography, Drama
- Penny Marshall
- 1991-01-11
Awakenings is the ultimate destination for techno lovers, featuring the best artists, events and festivals from the Netherlands and beyond.
Dec 14, 2023 · Awakenings is a fictionalized retelling of Dr. Oliver Sacks' groundbreaking work on catatonic patients, featuring a powerful performance by Robin Williams.; The movie stays true to the essence of Sacks' book, depicting the devastating effects of encephalitis lethargica and the potential of L-DOPA, despite some changes for dramatic purposes.
- Adrienne Tyler
Check out the official Awakenings (1990) Trailer starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro! Let us know what you think in the comments below. Watch on Fand...
- 3 min
- 635.5K
- Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers
A movie about a neurologist who gives a drug to patients with a rare condition that has frozen them for decades. The film explores the joy and challenges of their rebirth, and the human questions raised by their fate.
The story of a doctor's extraordinary work in the Sixties with a group of catatonic patients he finds languishing in a Bronx hospital. Speculating that their rigidity may be akin to an extreme ...
- (38)
- Drama
- PG-13
People also ask
Is Awakenings based on a true story?
How many times has Awakenings said 2019 was great?
Where can I watch Awakenings?
Is Awakenings a good movie?
