On Giant's Shoulders 45 years old
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.
Credits
On Giant's Shoulders Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Judi Dench She was 44, now 89 years old | as Hazel Wiles |
| Tony Church He was 49, 78 years old when he died | as Hospital administrator |
| Charles Pemberton He was 189, 217 years old when he died | as Employment clerk |
| Bryan Pringle He was 44, 67 years old when he died | as Len Wiles |
| Anna Wing She was 64, 98 years old when she died | as Mrs. Proctor |
| Annabel Leventon She was 36, now 82 years old | as Journalist |
| Sally Watkins | as Washer-up |
| Barbara Keogh She was 49, 76 years old when she died | as Café cashier |
On Giant's Shoulders Crew
| Name | Department |
|---|---|
| Amy Roberts as Costume Design. She was 15 (now 29) years old | Costume & Make-Up |
| Anthony Simmons as Director. He was 56 (93) years old when He died | Directing |
| Anthony Simmons as Adaptation. He was 56 (93) years old when He died | Writing |
| Dan Rae as Editor. | Editing |
On Giant's Shoulders (45 years)
- Release day: Wednesday, March 28, 1979
- Runtime: 91 minutes
