Awakenings
1990
Awakenings

Quick Info

Year
1990
Director
Penny Marshall
Duration
120 min
Language
EN
Country
US
Budget
$31M
Box Office
$52M

External Ratings

IMDb7.8
🍅 Rotten Tomatoes78%
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Awakenings

Penny Marshall1990120mEN

Our Rating

7.9/10
7.9/10
Story
8/10
Acting
7.8/10
Direction
7.6/10
Cinematography
7.4/10
Music

Overview

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.

Rating Breakdown

Story
7.9
Acting
8
Direction
7.8
Cinematography
7.6
Music
7.4

Pros

  • Exceptional dramatic depth
  • Outstanding performances
  • Emotionally powerful story

Cons

  • Slow pacing in some scenes
  • Requires close attention

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