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 simple but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor.
Details
Release date1990-12-04
Runtime120 min
GenresDrama
DirectorPenny Marshall
CastRobert De Niro, Robin Williams, John Heard, Julie Kavner, Penelope Ann Miller, Ruth Nelson, Max von Sydow, Anne Meara
ProductionParkes/Lasker productions
CountriesUnited States of America
LanguagesEnglish
AwardsNominated for 3 Oscars. 6 wins & 11 nominations total
