On Giant's Shoulders
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On Giant's Shoulders

90% Match
1979
1h 31m
movie
DramaTV Movie

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

Director / Creator: Anthony Simmons
Judi Dench
Judi Dench
Hazel Wiles
Bryan Pringle
Bryan Pringle
Len Wiles
Te
Terry Wiles
Himself
Hilda Braid
Hilda Braid
Sister Page
Barbara Young
Barbara Young
Teacher at hospital
Tim Wylton
Tim Wylton
Len Curry
To
Tony Church
Hospital administrator
Anthony Heaton
Anthony Heaton
Limb technician

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