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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.
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How long is Somebody Waiting?
Somebody Waiting has a runtime of 24m ( and 24 minutes).
Who directed Somebody Waiting?
Somebody Waiting was directed by Dick Snider and released in 1972.
What genre is Somebody Waiting?
Somebody Waiting is a Documentary film (1972).
Who stars in Somebody Waiting?
The cast of Somebody Waiting includes James Daly.
What is the TMDB rating for Somebody Waiting?
Somebody Waiting has a TMDB rating of 5.8/10 based on 4 votes.
