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Alzheimer's disease Alternative treatment Dementia Alternative treatment Dementia Patients Dopa Therapeutic use Case studies Drama Epidemic encephalitis Complications Case studies Drama Music therapy Postencephalitic Parkinson's disease Case studies Drama Psychedelic rock music 1961-1970 Drama Rock music 1961-1970 Drama Rock music DramaSummary: A joyous cinematic exploration of music's capacity to reawaken our souls and uncover the deepest parts of our humanity. Filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett chronicles the astonishing experiences of individuals around the country who have been revitalized through the simple experience of listening to music.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: MVD Visual 2014
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC ALISummary: Dr. Malcolm Sayer (Robin Williams) is a shy research physician who uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. The awakening of the first patient proves a rebirth for the doctor, too, as the patient reveals life's simple but sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor. Encouraged by Leonard's stunning recovery, Sayer administers the drug to other patients.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Columbia TriStar Home Video 1997
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1 available in Drama DVDs, Call number: DVD DRAMA AWASummary: From the author of Awakenings comes a heartwarming tale of a father and son, who find a connection through the music that embodied the generation gap of the 1960s. An unforgettable soundtrack features the Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Crosby Stills and Nash, and many more.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Lions Gate Films 2011