Allelujah (film)

Allelujah is a 2022 British drama film directed by Richard Eyre, based on the 2018 play of the same name by Alan Bennett. The film is set in a geriatric hospital in Yorkshire, England, that is threatened with closure due to government austerity measures. The narrative explores themes of aging, the National Health Service (NHS), political maneuvering, and the value of human life.

The film follows Dr. Valentine, a dedicated physician, and Sister Gilpin, a compassionate nurse, as they navigate the challenges of providing care for their elderly patients. When a local news crew arrives to document the hospital's work and the potential impact of its closure, secrets are revealed, and moral dilemmas arise.

Allelujah features a cast including Jennifer Saunders, Judi Dench, Derek Jacobi, and Bally Gill. The film offers a critical examination of the pressures facing public services like the NHS and the societal attitudes towards aging and end-of-life care. It delves into the complexities of balancing cost-effectiveness with the ethical imperative to provide quality healthcare.