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By Melissa Camacho
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Poignant dramatic comedy explores suicide and grief.
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In Limbo
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What's the Story?
IN LIMBO is an Australian dramatic comedy about a man trying to cope with the death of his best friend while simultaneously being haunted by him. Charlie and Nate have been best friends since they were boys. Now adults, Charlie (Ryan Corr) is recovering from a divorce, while Nate (Bob Morley) is enjoying life with his wife Freya (Emma Harvey) and his daughter Annabel (Kamillia Rhani). But when Nate unexpectedly takes his own life, Charlie, along with Nate's family, are trying to make sense of what happened and figure out how to move forward. For some reason Nate's spirit can't seem to move on, and instead keeps appearing to Charlie in hopes that he can figure out why he's stuck.
Is It Any Good?
The dramatic comedy balances sad and moving scenes with mature humor to present a uniquely honest look at the impact a loved one's death by suicide has on those left behind. Flashbacks highlight Charlie and Nate's long and close relationship, while present-day events reveal the range of emotions Charlie and others grapple with as they begin to cope with the loss. Granted, Charlie doesn't always care for Nate's spirit randomly appearing in inopportune places, but his presence (and his wit-filled banter) is slowly helping him face his grief, which is the only way he'll be able to move on. Meanwhile, Nate's unwillingness to share his reasons for killing himself reminds us that the loved ones left behind may never know why the choice was made. Ultimately, In Limbo puts a spotlight on mental health by telling a story of friendship, love, loss, and the process of moving on in a way that is both poignant and amusing.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance of talking about mental health. In Australia 75% of those who die by suicide are men. Can shows like this one reduce that number? How?
Does In Limbo challenge or reinforce stereotypes about mental health?
Note: if you are someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or ideations, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S.
TV Details
- Premiere date : May 8, 2024
- Cast : Ryan Corr , Bob Morley , Emma Harvie
- Network : Hulu
- Genre : Comedy
- Character Strengths : Curiosity
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- Last updated : May 14, 2024
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