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On Giant's Shoulders

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Synopsis

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

Cast

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Judi Dench

Hazel Wiles

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Bryan Pringle

Len Wiles

Terry Wiles

Himself

Hilda Braid profile photo

Hilda Braid

Sister Page

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Barbara Young

Teacher at hospital

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Tim Wylton

Len Curry

Tony Church

Hospital administrator

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Anthony Heaton

Limb technician

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