The Waiting Room, or Eggs in Purgatory

In a sterile hospital waiting room, three strangers from different walks of life find themselves thrown together during a period of intense personal crisis. As they navigate the anxieties and uncertainties of their situations, they engage in conversations that reveal their vulnerabilities, regrets, and hopes for the future. The film explores themes of mortality, human connection, and the unexpected places where solace can be found.

The Waiting Room, or Eggs in Purgatory received a mixed to positive reception. Critics generally praised the performances of the main cast, particularly the nuanced portrayals of characters grappling with profound emotional challenges. The film's intimate setting and dialogue-driven narrative were seen as effective in creating a compelling character study, although some found the pacing to be slow at times.

• Praised for its strong acting and poignant exploration of human connection.

• Appreciated for its intimate and dialogue-heavy approach to sensitive themes.

• Some found the deliberate pacing to be a drawback, wishing for more plot development.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a moving and thought-provoking experience, with many highlighting the emotional resonance of the characters' stories and the impactful performances. Some viewers commented on the film's realistic portrayal of hospital waiting rooms and the universal anxieties they represent.

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the Edinburgh International Film Festival.

The film was shot almost entirely within a single, meticulously designed set to enhance the feeling of confinement and shared experience among the characters.