Awakenings vs Dr. Prim
Dr. Prim has the higher audience score (10/10 against 7.8/10 for Awakenings). Dr. Prim is the shorter watch at 1h 29m compared with 2h . Awakenings is the older of the two (1990 against 2021). Both are drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Awakenings
Dr. Prim| Awakenings | Dr. Prim | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.8/10 | ★ 10.0/10 |
| Year | 1990 | 2021 |
| Length | 2h | 1h 29m |
| Genres | Drama | Drama, Horror, Thriller |
| Country | United States of America | – |
| Director | Penny Marshall | Steven M. Smith |
| Main cast | Robert De Niro, Julie Kavner, John Heard, Max von Sydow, Robin Williams | Mike Kelson, Chelsea Greenwood, Primrose Bigwood, Chris Clynes, Zoe Frendin |
Synopsis
Awakenings
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.
Dr. Prim
A group of individuals come together during the virus lock down. They tell their stories of love, hate, greed and death.
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