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Synopsis
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.
Cast
Robert De Niro·Leonard Lowe
Robin Williams·Malcolm Sayer
John Heard·Dr. Kaufman
Julie Kavner·Eleanor Costello
Penelope Ann Miller·Paula
Ruth Nelson·Mrs. Lowe
Max von Sydow·Peter Ingham
Anne Meara·Miriam
Dexter Gordon·Rolando
George Martin·Frank