Highland Hospital in Oakland, California, serves a community where many patients lack health insurance, revealing the struggles of accessing medical care.
“One Hospital, Hundreds of stories”
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Highland Hospital in Oakland, California, serves a community where many patients lack health insurance, revealing the struggles of accessing medical care.
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Synopsis
Highland Hospital in Oakland, California, serves a community of largely uninsured patients. The Waiting Room follows the daily lives of these patients, doctors, and hospital staff as they face medical emergencies and bureaucratic challenges. The film includes personal stories and conversations from the hospital's waiting room. It also features interactive storytelling booths that collect and share experiences of those without health insurance. Funded by organizations like the MacArthur Foundation, the documentary aims to bring attention to the state of healthcare in the United States.
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Why Watch
- Meet patients at Highland Hospital in Oakland, California.
- Follow real stories from uninsured individuals in waiting rooms.
- See behind-the-scenes insights into a public hospital.
Did You Know
- The film was named the third best film of 2012 by Ann Hornaday of The Washington Post.
- The Waiting Room has a 100% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 34 reviews.
- The project includes interactive storytelling booths placed in hospital waiting rooms.
- The documentary is funded by multiple organizations, including the MacArthur Foundation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed The Waiting Room?
The Waiting Room was directed by Peter Nicks.
What year was The Waiting Room released?
The Waiting Room was released in 2012.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes rating for The Waiting Room?
The Waiting Room holds a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 34 reviews.
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