Waiting City (2009)
Release Year: 2009
Nation: Australia
Alternative Title: The Waiting City
Director: Claire McCarthy
Writer: Claire McCarthy
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: See Pictures, Sol Films, Speaking Tree Films, Waiting City FIlms
Genre: Drama, Romance
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: adoption, culture shock, spirituality, woman director
Story
An Australian couple, seemingly happy and eager, embark on a journey to Calcutta, India, to finalize the adoption of their baby. Upon arrival, they discover that the arrangements are not yet complete. As they wait in this unfamiliar city, the husband becomes captivated by its mystical allure, while his wife struggles with anxiety and uncertainty about their future family. The city's power begins to pull them apart emotionally, revealing underlying tensions within their marriage.
Summary
Directed by Australian filmmaker Claire McCarthy, 'Waiting City' (2009) is a dramatic exploration of the complexities of love, marriage, and cultural immersion. Set predominantly in Calcutta, India, the film follows an Australian couple navigating the challenges of international adoption while grappling with their own vulnerabilities amidst the city's spiritual energy. Although details about specific characters or the outcome are not provided in the sources, the movie offers a glimpse into the emotional journey of this couple as they confront their deepest fears and desires during their wait.
