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Awakenings depicts the experiences of a neurologist, Dr. Malcolm Sayer, who treats patients with encephalitis lethargica using L-DOPA. The narrative is adapted from Oliver Sacks’s memoir detailing this innovative approach to restoring consciousness in individuals experiencing prolonged catatonia. The film features Robert De Niro and other actors portraying aspects of the medical team involved.
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| Country | United States |
| Year | 1990 |
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Awakenings depicts the experiences of a neurologist, Dr. Malcolm Sayer, who treats patients with encephalitis lethargica using L-DOPA. The narrative is adapted from Oliver Sacks’s memoir detailing this innovative approach to restoring consciousness in individuals experiencing prolonged catatonia. The film features Robert De Niro and other actors portraying aspects of the medical team involved.
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