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On Giant's Shoulders

Film197991 min9.0/10 on TMDB

Directed by Anthony Simmons

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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.Read moreLess

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.

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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.

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Cast & crew

Judi DenchJudi DenchHazel Wiles
Bryan PringleBryan PringleLen Wiles
Hilda BraidHilda BraidSister Page
Barbara YoungBarbara YoungTeacher at hospital
Tim WyltonTim WyltonLen Curry
Tony Church
Tony Church
Hospital administrator
Anthony HeatonAnthony HeatonLimb technician
Anna WingAnna WingMrs. Proctor
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Dan Rae