A Day in the Death of Joe Egg (1972)
- 6.7
- 107 mins
- Comedy, Drama
Storyline
A couple uses extremely black comedy to survive taking care of a daughter who is nearly completely brain dead. They take turns doing the daughter's voice and stare into the eyes of death and emotional trauma with a humor that hides their pain.—John Vogel
Plot Keywords
independent film, fantasy sequence, policeman, christmas, prank, prankster, practical joke, guinea pig, bare chested male, smoking in bed, flashback, pregnancy, pregnant woman, mentally challenged, daydream, classroom, based on play, paralysis, husband wife relationship, dark comedy
Short Review
There are standout performances by Alan Bates and Janet Suzman... For better or worse, however, it remains a theatrical piece.
Trailer
Streaming Service
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