Film·1979·1h 31m

On Giant's Shoulders

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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.

Directed by Anthony Simmons

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Cast

12 credited

Judi Dench
Judi DenchHazel Wiles
Bryan Pringle
Bryan PringleLen Wiles
Terry Wiles
Terry WilesHimself
Hilda Braid
Hilda BraidSister Page
Barbara Young
Barbara YoungTeacher at hospital
Tim Wylton
Tim WyltonLen Curry
Tony Church
Tony ChurchHospital administrator
Anthony Heaton
Anthony HeatonLimb technician
Anna Wing
Anna WingMrs. Proctor
Jean Rimmer
Jean RimmerMiss Hudson
Frank Barrie
Frank BarrieSolicitor
Charles West
Charles WestJudge

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