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Starring: Robin Williams, Robert De Niro
Directed By: Penny Marshall
Synopsis: The story of a doctor's extraordinary work in the Sixties with a group of catatonic patients he finds languishing in a Bronx hospital. Speculating that their rigidity may be akin to an extreme form of Parkinsonism, he seeks permission from his skeptical superiors to treat them with L-dopa, a drug that was used to treat Parkinson's disease at the time.
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[@theamazingandtalentedblake8296]

I read on IMDb that this was Robin Williams favorite movies that he did

[@kdohertygizbur]

Never a fan

[@stevenasidilla4140]

Really? That's interesting.🤔

[@ryurprecious]

i mean if i were an actor of this film, i think i would feel the same

[@kahlodiego5299]

My favorite movie of his and DeNiros. Great soundtrack by Randy Newman, too.

[@ayoubrules8421]

@@kahlodiego5299 the best of de nero i like the nurse too much

[@KadeemG61]

I miss Robin Williams.

[@monicaglover4802]

Me too

[@thearabiangentlemen7637]

We all do

[@DRigg100]

Me too!!

[@zeoinfinitneospace2134]

I Miss Robin williams as a genie from Aladdin and now he's gone and still sad about that 😥😔😔

[@theonetruesarauniya]

Same. Is it strange to still grieve him at times. I hadn't been able to look at him or watch him without getting a lump in my throat. It really felt like losing a family member.

[@abdelkaderbenzorgat2391]

I still miss Robin williams in 2024 no one will ever replace him

[@GalinhoFC]

As soon as I saw Based on True Story I knew the movie was gonna break me. So glad I watched it, really makes you appreciate life and everything you take for granted. A true masterpiece

[@2pachanks558]

De Niro's performance was so emotional. And robin is such a good dramatic actor

[@wyattownby2886]

2pac Hanks

[@BarneeFife]

It would be justice if they gave this movie a retroactive Oscar, along with De Niro and Williams.

[@hitman_s1]

Don't forget Penny Marshall who directed it

[@goodbadbill]

​@@hitman_s1She directed A League of Their Own too. Both are such great films.

[@deletelater736]

I watched the film, then the documentary, and I'm currently reading the awakenings. Oliver Sacks is the most thoughtful, kind and caring person I've ever seen. His books and this film have changed me as a person. 10/10 would recommend

[@kebylynn]

I read his book titled “Gratitude” which I think was one of his last works. Very moving.

[@o.portista]

What a great movie, done by two legendary actors. This film was said to be Williams top favourite film he enjoyed being apart of, same thing for De Niro. The film literally touches your heart, and teaches you the value of life and how many people take it for granted. God bless Williams and Oliver Sacks. Two heros in a better place now. It's also amazing how Williams a few years later would battle a similar brain trauma/disease. Theres no words that can fully describe this movie. Astonishing. I could say the part that hit me the most was when Leonard had said he counden't read anymore, and how he told his lover that it was his final time seeing her, like holy there is so much that could be said about the film, just you can't describe it, you can only see the film for yourself. God bless Williams, Sacks and all those patients who had suffered, and battled. Legends. Such an under-rated film.

[@mikeyoungblood1642]

Don’t forget the brilliant work Julie Kavner did in the supporting role!

[@mohammadsaif5808]

I SWEAR, I HAVE WATCHED THIS FILM TODAY AND I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU. THERE WERE TEARS IN MY EYES WHEN LEANARDO WAS DANCING WITH HIS GIRL. BEAUTIFUL MOVIE❤

[@kdohertygizbur]

Legendary....Robin Williams....ur using that very loosely

[@theamazingandtalentedblake8296]

It also said Aladdin and dead poets society were his favorites

[@DAVCOHPHO]

whatever i wanted to say, you said it beautifully. live long and prosper my friend 😀🖖🏽

[@ISEEKSPACE]

I'd never even knew this film existed until today as I saw it on Netflix. What a beautiful film. Truly.

[@mak9175]

Same.

[@defknightsoul]

Same, learned through a Facebook clip today

[@DisneyVideos123x]

This is the greatest movie of all time. I love you Robin Williams.

[@BIG-ld7ld]

I just rewatched this movie and it still hits the same. What a classic

[@OVianense]

The Awakening by far is one of the most deep heart felted movies I have ever watched even while writing this you just feel this sensation of sadness but also happiness as if you're on a Rollercoaster of emotions. One moment you're happy for the fight that he had, and how he was finally awakened with that beautiful smile he had, being able to move, checking out the bench he first carved his name, met the love of his life but the other just sadness about how he, himself, knew that it wasn't going to last forever and how he couldn't go for his walk.. the only walk he would've had by himself.. but knew that it was risky. There's honestly so much you can talk about the film, you just have to watch it yourself. I just love it how the girl still kept on visiting him and talking to him that's soul mates right there even I can somewhat relate to what happened in the movie which thank God I fully recovered from but its honestly personal a true fight indeed. You'll never find Doctors like him in this world anymore. One that cares for you, one that believes in you no matter what others say or if he's put down for it, one that has faith in you and if you do its rare. Not just that but I have to say Robert Di Niro and Robin Williams are both incredible actors, superb performances by far the greatest actors of all time especially how they both were so into the character, you can really tell they loved it and how dedicated they were almost as if it was them or how they, themselves, wanted to be like them. This is a true story about inspiration about not giving up no matter what and always fighting the fight that you hope & dream for in order to succeed - the fight of life. What hit me hard was when he wanted to walk to be honest, and how he managed to get the emotions of everyone by calling the Doctor in the middle of the night to tell him that we need to remind the people of this world to take granted of life, not the other way around. To live life, to appericate life as he does since he was locked up for the past 40 years in his own world while also fighting it. God bless Robin Williams... God bless.. Robert Di Niro and Leonard Low... especially the real life doctor where you can tell he truly cared about his patients and guess what? So did the patients themselves where they would even remind the Doctor to take care of himself. Another thing that made me deeply emotional is how he couldnt read anymore, and how he just wanted to take life granted. To exprience things on his own without there having to be someone there to monitor him so that he can feel the world that he always wanted to feel especially the girl he loved most... and the doctor he truly thanked. So many countless moments that you can talk about that hit your heart spot on. God bless all these patients, the doctors, Lennard and how nobody knew that even Robin Williams would suffer from a similar disease. It was also his favorite movie to act in since the human brain is just awe & extraordinary same thing with Robert Di Niro. You just have to watch the movie and apperciate what the doctor did to all these patients. Speechless right now, you ever have that feeling where you just can't describe it almost as if its a bundle of emotions of joy, sadness, happiness and etc? Because that's what I'm expressing right now. My favorite movie indeed & the best movie ever. Like my motto has been since I was kid live life to the fullest and always celebrate the day like its your last. 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@mohammadsaif5808]

I COMPLETELY AGREE WITH YOU. ONE OF THE BEST FILMS I HAVE EVER WATCHED....

[@AuntBibby]

the doctor in real life, his name was oliver sacks, not Leonard low. i dont know why they changed the name for robin... oliver died a few years back but his books on neurology are astounding... great reads... they describe things that make this movie seem like the most normal, clichéd thing in the world... the brain, and its nerves and cord, it really can be different or injured or altered in any way imaginable, and many Many MANY ways that cant be imagined by any brain other than the one experiencing it itself

[@chance5745]

Sacks was a consultant for the movie and as far as I know, approved of the film adaption of his book, work and portrayal. Kindly, C.

[@almabooplove7173]

You don't even understand the message. They was talking about Lawrence of Arabia. In 1969 born the next Zion lider, and start again.

[@alexdelaluz8995]

Looong comment above ( too much free time)

[@12334shubham]

WATCH IT!!! YOU WONT REGRET!! ONLY A FEW MOVIES LIKE THESE ARE OUT THERE!! WATCH IT!! .. you will have a better appreciation of your life

[@claramsw]

Beautifully talented and beautiful soul 💞 I’ll never forget being 8 years old and hearing my Mom say he had died, she excused herself to go upstairs and I heard her crying

[@harshaltrawadi2938]

1:23 de niro's smile😍

[@black666phillip]

Lovely!

[@rachelspaulding8686]

I remember watching AWAKENINGS with my nanna (grandma) and a good friend of mine. My friend told me after the movie, " I will never forget that movie". He was so shaken.

[@Anna-6yh]

What a beautiful movie, I have never cried so hard 😭😭. Robert Deniro should get an Oscar for this role. RIP Robin, we miss you !

[@steve3439]

Robin Williams was so versatile. Awesome actor not just an awesome comedian. What a talent seriously bring some tissues if you watch this though.

[@emi-jc5fs]

my all time favourite movie. truly a masterpiece

[@nd6286]

Penny Marshall RIP, what a masterful job she did as a director. Amazing how she was able to conjure and capture the fragility and brevity of life so well.

[@mish375]

I had a former co-worker recommend this movie to me as one of Robin William's best films years ago. I can definitely say after seeing it, that I agree. Excellent movie and performances.

[@babyliez21]

I saw this movie. I got teary eyed.

[@ryurprecious]

"That's what we'd forgotten..... the simplest things....." Wow, I kept on rewatching this film and it still squeezes more tears in me

[@probablygraham]

Same here :-(

[@tomokeefe4256]

Saw it for the first time last night and blubbered like a baby lol

[@delrey874]

This movie made me cry... 😭 Thank you Robin and De Niro 🙏

[@mikeyoungblood1642]

This movie was perfectly cast! RIP Penny Marshall...Big, Awakenings, & A League of Their Own had and continue to have a massive impact on my life

[@SuperEvilC]

RIP Robin Williams ❤ Thanks for giving us so much of you!

[@TheholyTarot]

I always believed that those in mental institutions are never meant to be there, they are people with a connection to the 5D but we simply see them as crazy they just see what we don’t, we must love them with the bottom of our heart!

[@roshiancetcreepy3962]

One of the best movies ever created

[@BIG-ld7ld]

I watched this movie in 8th grade I remember it being so emotional

[@AIRSOFT24503]

Did you got to HCRHS? I watched it there too about the same age

[@jonnstoffer]

Every time I see a trailer for his movies I laugh or cry 😞. The world is not the same without him. See you soon Robin Williams

[@probablygraham]

I have watched this film many times. It is a masterpiece. It used to make me cry, but now that Robin Williams has gone it makes me ball my eyes out.

[@alicesullivan001]

Just watched this film can't believe I've never seen this it's the most heartwarming sad beautiful film I've ever seen. Truly amazing never cried so much. More incredible is this is based on a true story ♥️♥️

[@rogerkincaid931]

That same year De Niro was also Jimmy Conway.

[@josemedeiros007]

Great movie, I just watched it for the first time for free on Pluto TV. It was very heartwarming, Robin Williams, and Robert De Niro were fantastic in it.

[@ashleyfrisby]

I watched this movie for the first time last night and it was incredible

[@Dewebje]

Williams was a true miracle.

[@etynreve]

I just watched this. I don't think a movie ever made me smile as much as this one did. Williams and DeNiro were great. It did get really sad towards the end though.

[@miguelcorona6897]

I saw this beautiful movies when I was 5 years old and always will remember it.

[@azynx9]

I havent seen this and Im already in tears

[@anthonynasti1279]

What an amazing film! Powerful, haunting, bittersweet, funny and ultimately life affirming. An instant favorite of mine. Williams was incredible, probably my favorite of all his dramatic roles. His natural warmth and compassion really shines in this role. And De Niro is wonderful as such a pure and vulnerable character. It baffles me he did this, Goodfellas and Cape Fear in the course of a year. Back when he still acted and gave his all to his craft. Just a beautiful film.

[@macabree5856]

Yeah Back when he still acted and gsve it his all to his craft. It's not like that nowadays. Society doesn't have true actors or well substantial movies as such anymore

[@sounsounmonsun3965]

RIP legend ❤

[@DRigg100]

That RIP legend is Robin Williams you mean

[@KYRAA30]

Incredible movie. One of the best I’ve ever seen.

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

No matter how many times you see it, it yanks you right back in! Same w Casino and I don't even like mob movies.

[@karinsperling-eo6rt]

I Just saw one movie with Robin Williams... This one. When he died i was gar away from Home and i burst Out in tears....

[@Ali1986Koksal]

Obviously I've not seen EVERY film Robert De Niro has acted in but for me this is his best performance that I've seen with my own eyes. Quite incredible that what actually happened in the film happened in real life. But also very sad how it ended 😭

[@Vincenza8907]

Penny Marshall’s movies have so much heart

[@thelastjohnwayne]

One of the best movies ever.

[@NickOtis0707]

One of the best movies by Robin Williams and Robert de Niro they played really good with each other like peanut butter and jelly.

[@jeannetterw]

This is one of my favourite movies. Ever.

[@Angora573]

This is such a great movie. I watched it many years ago but because it was so sad I have never been able to watch it again. I still tear up when I think about it.

[@gislainequirino404]

Robin Williams saldadas forever ❤️

[@katiefullful]

Dr Sacks you have changed neurology forever. A modern day hero.

[@Doctoraigbomianlight]

Do you need any help like love spell to bring your ex back, win case in court, ex wife back, ex husband back, pregnancy spell, sickness spell (cure to any sickness), lottery spell, marriage spell, goodluck spell, break a curse, protection spell etc or do you want to be the best in all you do or rather lay your complaints let me help you?

[@dre3425]

How didn’t Robert De Niro not get an Oscar for this.

[@khagt3826]

U mean robin right

[@juliska060]

@@khagt3826 no he means Robert

[@khagt3826]

@@juliska060 i saw it and now i agree. 😂

[@juliska060]

@@khagt3826 🤣

[@mikewrasman5103]

Fantastic movie! One of Robin Williams' rare dramatic roles.

[@DRigg100]

RIP Robin Williams

[@jacobwilkes2480]

“Columbia Pictures presents. Robert De Niro. Robin Williams. “Awakenings”. Based on a true story.”

[@defknightsoul]

I can’t believe I just learned about this movie 34 years later

[@donbarile8916]

same here.

[@ChicagoDaisyFlower]

Now that I am a medical student, this movie has such a bigger meaning than before.

[@wesone7429]

What a tearjerker. Awesome movie!

[@Ray-iz4kg]

The song is called 'something special' by Randy Newman

[@AkS143joyful]

One of my favorites he did when I was a kid (strange to think how much I loved this as a little one)

[@whatbringsmepeace]

"There's no such thing as a simple miracle" made me cry.

[@jbyepitsme4330]

Another Great that will forever and always be missed💜 RIP 💜 The Man of million voices Robin Williams💙

[@metalgear5581]

2 of my favourite actor's de nero robin .

[@extensionofsource]

Forever my favorite

[@AhmedRadwanx]

A Masterpiece

[@faizankazmi996]

Rip Robin Williams

[@TimesInfinity101]

I don't know how I'm only just hearing about this movie

[@AbdiShabillMJ]

One of my favorite drama movies.

[@NanoYoga]

It's on Netflix and I'm not sure if I have the strength to watch this alone!

[@youtubeviewer6499]

One of my favorite movies!

[@evaposada8521]

I miss Robin also. I hope I will see him in the afterlife. What a joy he will be.

[@bruce92106]

Trivia: Ruth Nelson who played Mrs Lowe, Leonard's mom, played in Humoresque a popular 1946 Warner Bros movie with Joan Crawford and John Garfield. She played Garfield's character (Paul Boray) sister, Esther Boray.

[@LauraLemurexASMR]

I was drawn to this movie because of the two main stars as I hadn't heard of the movie before and I'm so glad I watched it. Masters of their art and directed so delicately and powerfully. Quentin Tarantino remains correct of Robert De Niro being the greatest actor of his generation. His talents were always matched by Robin though

[@frankabagnale6436]

I'll give it a watch on your recommendation then.

[@sr3d-microphones]

@@frankabagnale6436 did you cry much? I tear up everytime I watch it... And hello Laura ! fancy seeing you over here

[@callmeso3714]

This was a beautiful movie! I just watched it on Netflix! Beautiful and emotional!

[@prathameshbhambure]

I'm teary-eyed after having watched the film just now. It has touched me very deeply indeed. Based on real life - that hurt! Bob De Niro showcased his acting prowess here like never before, I think. Too good an actor. Robert Williams... what can I say about that man! You can't help but fall in love with him every single time you see him somewhere. They both own my heart. Awakenings will stay close to my heart. *4th November, 2023*

[@mezkajie]

Who ever makes this movie. Who ever invented the medicine to cure their sickness. I say thank you for discovering the medicine. Untill now my sister is undermedication. So thankfull because she's in college now taking up a a degree while having a medication. Who ever people those, ill pray for them to have a good health and more blessings so that they can help many people suffering from this sickness. Thank you its a heart warming life story

[@spec1747]

I am reading this book in English class and it’s amazing can’t wait to watch this movie. Robin Williams seems perfect for the role.

[@joshnagenmurugiah4531]

Beautiful film.

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

When he picks Leonard off the floor, Williams hugs him. I've seen this movie easily 15x and i JUST noticed that now. Very touching.

[@wickedcurve]

This is such a beautiful movie.

[@Bodechapado]

MASTERPIECE! WITH TWO LEGENDS!!

[@tanjahorvatserbiaoldslavsh4685]

Also Robin Williams Number #1 role.

[@Om_420]

Man, this movie made me cry

[@adx7465]

My top 3 movie of all time .... ❤❤❤❤

[@ali965]

How in the world did De Niro not get an oscar for this performance?! This movie is a rollercoaster of emotions, touching on the harsh reality of schizophrenics/mentally ill. What a movie

[@lamoinette23]

@ali965 or Robin Williams. Or the film itself.

[@DeSantiagoDavid]

Beautiful film and everyone involved. Truly Masterpiece.

[@vladi1475S]

Robin Williams was very special! ❤ he knew how to touch the peoples emotions.

[@tonyzaiter1298]

Movie masterpiece

[@ccat8324]

I'm not crying ... are you?! 😭😭

[@evarose90]

Beautiful movie!!!

[@lawrenceeagleburger8195]

So sad but great movie!

[@wrnof]

amazing movie

[@user-hl4wq1lq4s]

this movie ♥♥😔

[@Bastet_79]

Amo ésta película

[@thehunchbackofnotredame658]

What an artistic piece ! ❤❤

[@mias2685]

This looks great. I've worked with catatonic patients many times. The only thing that works is Diazepam or ECT in extreme cases.

[@scottmurphy1563]

Brilliant in everyway💯

[@mohammadshaheen5376]

better than these days movies

[@billstreet5043]

great movie! both de niro and robin williams had amazing preformances

[@AndrewSmith7]

Looks Great never seen this movie. Patch Adam's was amazing so I'll check this out tonight

[@adx7465]

Amazing amazing amazing movie!!!