“Awakenings” is a movie from 1990, based on a biography and drama. The film is focused on the main character, Dr. Sayer, who is a neurologist trying to help his encephalitis patients with a drug meant for those with Parkinson’s Disease. The film features Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, and Julie Kavner in key roles.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting of “Awakenings” took place at various locations across New York, USA. These places include Enid A Haupt Conservatory and Gun Hill Road in the Bronx, Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, and Casa Galicia in Queens. One interesting fact is that one of the scenes was shot at the Kingsboro Psychiatric Center in Brooklyn. The filming spanned about four months, from October 16, 1989, to February 16, 1990.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Robert De Niro | Leonard Lowe |
| Robin Williams | Dr. Malcolm Sayer |
| Julie Kavner | Eleanor Costello |
| Ruth Nelson | Mrs. Lowe |
| John Heard | Dr. Kaufman |
| Penelope Ann Miller | Paula |
| Alice Drummond | Lucy |
| Judith Malina | Rose |
| Barton Heyman | Bert |
| George Martin | Frank |
| Anne Meara | Miriam |
| Richard Libertini | Sidney |
| Laura Esterman | Lolly |
| Dexter Gordon | Rolando |
| Jayne Haynes | Frances |
| Yusef Bulos | Joseph |
| Gloria Harper | Dottie |
| Gwyllum Evans | Desmond |
| Mary Catherine Wright | Nurse Beth |
| Mary Alice | Nurse Margaret |
| Keith Diamond | Anthony |
| Steve Vinovich | Ray |
| Tiger Haynes | Janitor |
| John Christopher Jones | Dr. Sullivan |
| Bradley Whitford | Dr. Tyler |
| Harvey Miller | Hospital Director |
| Tanya Berezin | Psychiatrist |
| Peter Stormare | Neurochemist |
| Shane Fistell | Man in Hall |
| Waheedah Ahmad | Hysterical Woman |
| Charles Keating | Mr. Kean |
| Christina Huertes | Christina |
| Linda Burns | Fishsticks |
| Judy Jacksina | Hospital Receptionist |
| Gary Tacon | George |
| Security Guard | |
| Rico Elias | Orderly #1 |
| Mel Gorham | Nurse Sara |
| Chris Carolan | EEG Technician |
| Debra Kovner-Zaks | Cafeteria Nurse |
| Max Rabinowitz | Ward #5 Orderly |
| Gordon Joseph Weiss | Ward #5 Patient |
| Byron Utley | Ward #5 Patient #2 |
| Anthony McGowen | Ward #5 Patient #3 |
| Paul Montgomery | Ward #5 Patient #4 |
| Leonard Tepper | Ward #5 Patient #5 |
| Howard Feller | Ward #5 Patient #7 |
| Libby Titus | Club Singer |
| Michael Hyde | Bus Driver |
| Tomislav Novakovic | Bartender |
| Adam Bryant | Librarian |
| Anthony J. Nici | Young Leonard |
| Oliver Block | Leonard’s Friend #1 |
| Buck Smith | Leonard’s Friend #2 |
| Joan E. MacIntosh | Teacher |
| Harry L. Seddon | Medical Student |
| Vin Diesel | Hospital Orderly (uncredited) |
| Heather Rose Dominic | Neighborhood Girl (uncredited) |
| Tom Farrell | Patient on Film (uncredited) |
| Jason W. Fuchs | PotHeadHippie (uncredited) |
| Michael Hurley | Orderly (uncredited) |
| Doris McCarthy | Secretary in Board Room (uncredited) |
| James Medina | (uncredited) |
| Jack Mulcahy | Intern on Psych Ward (uncredited) |
| Sherry Pagán | Mother in Subway (uncredited) |
| Jan Saint | Man Hit with Ball (uncredited) |
| Ruth Leon Weiman | Nurse (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film starred famous actors like Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, and Julie Kavner.
- The shooting occurred in five different locations across New York.
- Most scenes were filmed in real locations, not film sets.
- The movie was nominated for 3 Oscars and won another 6 awards, as well as 8 nominations.
- The film was directed by Penny Marshall and written by Oliver Sacks and Steven Zaillian.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Enid A Haupt Conservatory, New York Botanical Gardens – 200th Street & Southern Boulevard, Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.8639333
- Longitude: -73.8820361
- Place ID: ChIJl4gOCXzzwokRhl-oGTXjsmo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, NYBG, Haupt Conservatory, Bronx Park Rd, Bronx, NY 10458, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.65611
- Longitude: -73.9395707
- Place ID: ChIJk_XeD2NbwokR5JJLK2ztb3k
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Casa Galicia – 3922 30th Street, Long Island City, Queens, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7620572
- Longitude: -73.9182665
- Place ID: ChIJVx-BtT5fwokR6aI9GcTLY6U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 3709 31st Ave, Astoria, NY 11103, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Kingsboro Psychiatric Center – 681 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.6562722
- Longitude: -73.9382553
- Place ID: ChIJlbcEamJbwokRdOFJe3t8kiE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 681 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
