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Disc jockeys Dopa Therapeutic use Dopa Therapeutic use Case studies Drama Epidemic encephalitis Complications Epidemic encephalitis Complications Case studies Drama Homeless men Postencephalitic Parkinson's disease Postencephalitic Parkinson's disease Case studies Drama Quests (Expeditions) UnemployedSummary: Dr. Malcolm Sayer (Robin Williams) is a shy research physician who uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. The awakening of the first patient proves a rebirth for the doctor, too, as the patient reveals life's simple but sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor. Encouraged by Leonard's stunning recovery, Sayer administers the drug to other patients.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Columbia TriStar Home Video 1997
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1 available in Drama DVDs, Call number: DVD DRAMA AWASummary: Awakenings: The story of the consequences of a maverick doctor's medical miracle.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment 2008