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Dr. Sayer: A Socially Difficult And Submissive Man

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Before Leonards awakening, the film portrays Dr. Sayer as a socially awkward and submissive man as a result from the way he carries himself and his interaction with others. The awakening of Leonard brings wonderful change into Dr.Sayers daily routine. This grand impact continues on even after Leonard had return to his coma like state. A remarkable change that Dr. Sayer experiences was the built of courage. The conclusion of the movie shows Dr. Sayer having the urge to ask eleanor if she wanted “to go for a cup of coffee.” As she was leaving the hospital he rushed down to catch up with her and they shortly went for that cup of coffee. Leonard triggers this act of courage when he tells Dr. Sayer all the positive things Eleanor says about him
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