Edward Asner stars as Saturday Review editor Norman Cousins in this made-for-TV biopic, which first aired May 15, 1984. Stricken with a degenerative spinal illness in 1964, Cousins refuses to accept the prognosis that he must spend the rest of his life as a virtual vegetable. He battles his illness by using the most potent weapons at his disposal–a healthy sense of humor, the love and support of his wife, and confidence that he will endure. This sort of spiritual battle is not that easy to film, and some of the scenes–Cousins laughing at the opening titles of a Marx Brothers film, for example–sorely test the acting skills of Ed Asner. But both Cousins and Asner emerge triumphant from Anatomy of an Illness, which was based on Norman Cousins’ own book on the subject., Edward Asner stars in this real-life chronicle of a man’s battle against a spinal disease. Eli Wallach, Millie Perkins. Amory: David Ogden Stiers. Mrs. Farelli: Lelia Goldoni. From Norman Cousins’ book., Edward Asner stars as the journalist struck with a deadly disease who applies the art of positive thinking to beat it, despite harsh cynicism. Moving drama highlighting the value of determination.
Q&A :
Q: Who are the main cast members in “Anatomy of an Illness ” ?
A: The main cast includes Edward Asner,Eli Wallach,Millie Perkins,Belinda Balaski,Thom Bray,David Ogden Stiers,Roberta Collins,Lelia Goldoni,Matthew Faison,Haunani Minn,Julia Montgomery,Claudia Wells,F.J. O’Neil,Stevan Larner.
Q: When Did the “Anatomy of an Illness” Released?
A: The Movie “Anatomy of an Illness” originally aired on and released in the year of 1984.
Q: What Languages are available to watch “Anatomy of an Illness” ?
A: Is also available in eng language.
Q: Where to watch “Anatomy of an Illness” ?
A: “Anatomy of an Illness” is Avaiable on Netflix. as its Netflix Originals.
