The Waiting Room
Originally released in 2019. The Waiting Room is a documentary film. directed by Victoria Mapplebeck. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Victoria Mapplebeck and Jim Mapplebeck
Synopsis
In 2017 I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I decided to film my time in waiting rooms, surgery and chemotherapy. Shot exclusively on the iPhone X, The Waiting Room is an unflinching portrait of the blood, sweat and tears of cancer treatment. At home I filmed with my teenage son, as we came to terms with how family life was transformed by a year of living with cancer. The Waiting Room challenges the cultural myths that surround this disease, putting under the microscope the language of illness. The Waiting Room documents illness from a patient’s POV, exploring what we can and what we can’t control when our bodies fail us. The Waiting Room 30 minute smartphone short was broadcast on The Guardian website as part of their documentaries strand.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 25, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Waiting Room about?
In 2017 I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I decided to film my time in waiting rooms, surgery and chemotherapy. Shot exclusively on the iPhone X, The Waiting Room is an unflinching portrait of th...
Who directed The Waiting Room?
The Waiting Room was directed by Victoria Mapplebeck.
How long is The Waiting Room?
The Waiting Room has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was The Waiting Room released?
The Waiting Room was released on July 25, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Waiting Room?
The main cast of The Waiting Room includes Victoria Mapplebeck, Jim Mapplebeck.