This man worked all his life in poor institutions, that was part of the greatness of Dr Sacks the other part of his greatness was his patients loved him and he loved them and there is no greater way to be a doctor than to give your career and your lives work not for money or awards but for selflessness for other people, that's what makes a great person.

Robin Williams did an amazing job portaying this man, as did DeNiro with the patients sides. By doing the research, spending time with actual patients, & portraying them with the dignity & respect they deserved. One of the best movies ever made, with 2 of the greatest actors to bless the screen. 💙🙏🏻💜

@scootermom1791

2 жыл бұрын

The best actors are the ones who do the research for the roles that they play. This reminds me of Dustin Hoffman and his role in playing "Rain Man." He played a grown man who had low functioning Autism spectrum disorder. I saw the movie first as a teen and didn't know who Dustin Hoffman was. I truly thought they used an actor who really had autism. I later learned Dustin Hoffman had spent a lot of time with the real "Rain Man" and his brother prior to playing that role.

I was lucky enough to hear Dr Sachs speak in New York City in 2008. I have admired him since I was in 6th grade in the 80s and I strive to achieve his level of professionalism and humanity. What a genius of a doctor and a human being❤

Dr. Sacks was an endlessly fascinating and passionate person. He was noted to be eccentric but he never wavered in his pursuit of science. He lived such a full life, may he Rest In Peace.

His dedication to his subject and patients is evident when he describes diseases as profound .

RIP to the most beautiful soul Robin Williams

@Thorum13

3 жыл бұрын

You mean Oliver Sacks, right?

@Lily-kh5jc

2 жыл бұрын

@@halfpricewizard in the movie Awakenings Oliver Sacks, the guy who was played by Robin Williams is also dead. Hb RIP to both of these beautiful humans

"I know it's 1969 but to me it Feels like '26..." so sad and scary, However there's a kernel of Inspiration and hope that a human Mind can weather and endure losing OCEANS of time! Amazing....

@sebastianwallin3726

3 жыл бұрын

Makes a lot of sense. Nothing has changed except the people and some of the materials we use in our life. Overall human behavior is pretty identic. We all still breathe, drink and talk.

It’s incredible that this was another astounding event in the summer of 1969!

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2 жыл бұрын

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2 жыл бұрын

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@jamesbrackenridge7912

2 жыл бұрын

Wtf

The 1969 patient, Leonard L., used a letter board to communicate with others to spell out what he was thinking and feeling each day. He said he felt "caged" and "deprived like a human panther". He was the first to use l Dopa, which had a profound impact on him. Unfortunately, due to some problems with the medication, it had to be discontinued. Leonard reverted back to his original condition within days. It reminded me of the book and movie "Flowers for Algernon". I have to wonder if that book was written as a result of Leonard's experience.

Very interesting video. Thanks.

He actually looked like Robin Williams too lol.

@Jos46664

4 жыл бұрын

I think is the other way around

@LucasNunes-zp9fx

2 жыл бұрын

Hahah yes

@nicoleendsley1669

2 жыл бұрын

No robin looked like him. What a blessing to the world. Even if it was a short time. These people got to wake up for a short time. God bless you

@scootermom1791

2 жыл бұрын

He totally does look like him! Incredible!

@pamelataylor4091

2 жыл бұрын

I said the same, they both look alike.

Contrary to what Oliver Sacks said at the end, there have been some patients who said they could hear everything that was being said while they were in an almost catatonic state with this disease (similar to the locked-in syndrome). The 1969 patient, Leonard L., used a letter board to communicate with others to spell out what he was thinking and feeling each day. He said he felt "caged" and "deprived like a human panther". He was the first to use l Dopa, which had a profound impact on him similar to Lola in this clip.

Oliver mais jovem era igualzinho a Robbin Willians no filme Tempo de despertar. Incrivel!

I first saw positive effects using cannabis almost 20 years ago. It led me to Spain where we can actually use it as meds, so long as we follow certain guidelines. I think some of the cannabinoid signaling enables your body to produce some of these protective chemicals

May he Rest In Peace.

In historical records the summer of 1969 must be remembered for two significantly important events: "...the Woodstock music festival and the experiment with L-dopa on the effects of lethargic encephalitis by Dr.Oliver Sacks (fiction Malcom Sayer.)

@Lily-kh5jc

2 жыл бұрын

Actually his name is Oliver Sacks. Malcolm Sayer was a character based off himself

@lindiehammond7921

Жыл бұрын

Um, I'd say the moon landing in July 1969 is more significant than Wood stock, or at least added to the two you listed. ☺️

I was on El Dopa now I’m shaking in paranoia

L dopa was new :D

Dr looks like robin w

@Jos46664

4 жыл бұрын

the other way around

Now using same voice as 'Professor Tim Wilson', IMO. (And, IMO, used it as 'Dr Harold Shipman'.) Opposites induce Stockholm syndrome.

'Robin Williams'.

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