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1979

On Giant's Shoulders

Directed by Anthony Simmons

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.

Duration

1h 31m

Released

March 28, 1979

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Cast24

  • Judi Dench
  • Bryan Pringle
  • Terry Wiles
  • Hilda Braid
  • Barbara Young
  • Tim Wylton
  • Tony Church
  • Anthony Heaton
  • Anna Wing

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