7.8Dr. 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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Awakenings was directed by Penny Marshall.
Awakenings holds an average rating of 7.8/10 on TMDB, and it lands best with fans of drama. Join the discussion below to add your take.
Awakenings runs for 2h 0min, and was released in 1990.
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