Somebody Waiting
Originally released in 1972. Somebody Waiting is a documentary film. directed by Hal Riney. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring James Daly
Synopsis
Somebody Waiting is a 1971 American short documentary film that examines hospitalized children with severe cerebral dysfunction who are among the most physically, emotionally and mentally handicapped in society and are totally dependent on hospital staff. It shows how these "hopeless cases" can be helped by environmental stimulation and therapeutic handling and how their response to improved care improves the morale of the staff so that all concerned benefit. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
0h 24m
24 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Snider Productions
- UCSF School of Nursing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somebody Waiting about?
Somebody Waiting is a 1971 American short documentary film that examines hospitalized children with severe cerebral dysfunction who are among the most physically, emotionally and mentally handicapp...
Who directed Somebody Waiting?
Somebody Waiting was directed by Hal Riney.
How long is Somebody Waiting?
Somebody Waiting has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).
When was Somebody Waiting released?
Somebody Waiting was released on November 1, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Somebody Waiting?
The main cast of Somebody Waiting includes James Daly.