On Giant's Shoulders

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Release date: March 28, 1979
Duration: 91 minutes
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Overview

The true story of Terry Wiles, born with no limbs in 1962 as a result of his mother's use of the drug thalidomide. This film tells the story of his childhood and adoption by the couple Len and Hazel Wiles who live on a remote farm, and the subsequent challenges and resistance to give Terry a 'normal' life.

Starring

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Judi Dench
Hazel Wiles
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Bryan Pringle
Len Wiles
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Barbara Young
Teacher at hospital