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On Giant's Shoulders

IMDb8.51
19791h 31m

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.

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Writers
Anthony Simmons, Marjorie Wallace, William Humble, Michael Robson
Production
BBC

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On Giant's Shoulders was directed by Anthony Simmons.

When was On Giant's Shoulders released?

On Giant's Shoulders was released in 1979.