In my opinion, one of Robin Williams’’ most powerful dramatic performances and an extremely underrated film of great importance which left me very moved. By opening one mans eyes to the world... he opened his own. Robert De Niro (in an Oscar(r)-nominatedperformance) and Robin Williams star in this powerful, true story of a maverick doctor and the patients whose lives he changes. Williams plays Dr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician who uses an experimental drug to awaken the catatonic victims of a rare disease. De Niro co-stars as Leonard, 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 lifes simple but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor. Encouraged by Leonards stunning recovery, Sayer administers the drug to the other patients. The story of their friendship during this emotional journey is atestament to both the tenderness of the human heart and the strength of the human soul. (Original Title - Awakenings) © 1990 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://youtube/watch?v=We81AkYxFAM
Posted on: Thu, 28 Aug 2014 02:06:38 +0000
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