Thank you all so much for watching! It means the world after the effort in bringing this story to life 😈I’d love to know-what was your favorite part of the film? Your insights are super helpful! 👉 If you enjoyed A Purgatory Story, check out CHARMING (ruclips.net/video/U1THl-6Bk34/видео.html) - a fun, heartwarming twist on familiar fairytales. 👑 📌 And if you're new, please subscribe to catch more new and upcoming videos😊Thank you again for watching! 🙏
the call back with the ukelele. you used sound like it was a truly rare and costly effort so when she hears that confirmation of her sanity and fellowship it drops like a hammer. was a masterful use of emotion and senses. that is what cinema should do.
There is so much delight throughout the whole piece, it is hard to choose only one highlight. If I have to, I’ll also choose the ukulele connection at the end. But truly, there are so many brilliant layers- choice of colors; small, humorous details; the balance of purity and rawness; a clear storyline and delicate character development expressed without any spoken word. Truly brilliant!
Honestly, my favorite part was the storyline and the fact that it went how I wanted it to go. He was a great guy, she didn't break his heart, we got to see what happened after purgatory, and they both found peace in the end. Sometimes it's just nice to see a good story play out as you want it to without all the twists and drama.
I hate to hear that. And I hope that nothing but love and happiness finds you for the rest of your days. And it is amazing what weird little things like this can do for comfort.
I think the part that moved me the most, was when Claire asked if he was real. And Gerald replied "sort of." The honesty in his statement was devastating. It was hard to pick, but what an amazing little movie. I think I'd also have to say the trope of how much a transformative difference friendship can make. Thanks guy.
This is an excellent short. Very original & well done. It's a little funny and a little serious. I love the idea of th Ouija board being a text message with someone in purgatory, just doing their day to day job.
Wow, this film is so creative and touching - it had me feeling all kinds of emotions in such a short space of time, even without any spoken dialogue! I've never seen this concept done before and it's such a refreshing take on "speaking to those beyond" with a heartwarming story. It gave me 'short film before a Pixar movie' cosy feels. - I just adore it! I've been getting into short film content on RUclips as I'm awaiting a major surgery and don't get out much lol, but I can 'hand on plan planchette' say this is the best one I've seen so far and will take a hell of a lot to beat!
Wow, thank you very much for the kind words! So happy you enjoyed the film -- we were definitely going for Pixar-esque vibes! Best wishes with the surgery, and please let me know if you come across any other great films! 🙏
This was perfect. Script, execution, even the color grading. All worked together to create a touching, humorous, moving story. You deserve every award for this. Thank you for creating it.
Even spirits need to love and communicate. 🥰 Glad to see this... gave me the fuzzies. Loneliness and sadness, can be hard to overcome. GLAD love here exists.
Very well done! You can tell a story without dialogue! Well written, well directed, couldn't find fault with any part of it. Thoroughly entertained! Thank you!
Compelling and heartfelt, mesmerising and original.....brave to use the board and purgatory to tell a completely different and uplifting tale about friendship and love.
How has this not gotten more views? Bad algorithms! Masterpiece honestly some of the best content I have watched on my entire time on the platform what a gripping and moving story
Omigosh! The is marvelous! There is no weak spot in the storytelling and it totally engrosses the viewer. We get carried along the highs and lows along with the characters and become invested in their story. Thank you for sharing this with us! ⚘
@tomkalbanese one of his greatest films. With his mother in labor, his parents are on the way to the hospital when they are hit by a bus and he is born in the back seat. 4 passengers on the bus who died in the crash find their souls inexplicably linked to him.
I don't think I've ever seen a better short film. From concept to story to acting to filming, it was brilliant, funny, sad, heartwarming, and absolutely charming. Thank you!
Right now - I can relate to this. I am currently in Purgatory. Just passing thru. On my way to Brazil in January. Thank the gods. But purgatory today. Thanks Tom and Co for the light-hearted waiting room entertainment. I feel better.
Excellent Film. Loved the story. I read into the film that Gerald likely ended himself because of a heartbreak, and thus freed himself from purgatory by helping Claire work through hers. Very heartwarming and compelling.
A wonderful story! Simple, yet beautifully done! And 'yes' it took me longer than I'd like to admit to realise that there was no spoken dialogue - the acting, and the subtitles were just that good!
You are an incredible independent filmmaker. The story wraps around your heart effortlessly. The make up costumes props set all perfect. I look ahead to more of your insightful work. Just excellent
Dear Mr. Albanese. 👍👌👏 Oh WOW, simply fantastic! What a wonderful story. This short movie is a real masterpiece. Thanks a lot for making recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and especially health to all involved.
I fell in love with your genious creator mind! ❤ This paranormal, life after death, different dimensions, intelligent sweet love-story is next level bullshit!!! ❤ Thank you sooo much for sharing this! 🙏
This concept is so cool! The actors really brought out the feelings of being lost and finding a place to belong. We all can relate to that. I'm definitely going to share this video with my family and friends. Keep up the great work!
What a fantastic piece of art ... It literally brought me to tears in the ukelele part :) So well done, really, congrats to all the people involved in this short film. I hope this film will boost your careers so you can show us things we've never seen before!
This was an incredible story and the cinematography was brilliantly shot. What a beautifully done piece. I absolutely loved the acting as well, so much conveyed without dialogue ❤ well done everyone! I can tell everyone put their all into it ❤
Absolutely loved it! Like soul washing that my heart needed :) Everything was so perfect. Sincere and genuine in every way. I'm gonna share with everyone I know :)
Thank you all so much for watching! It means the world after the effort in bringing this story to life 😈I’d love to know-what was your favorite part of the film? Your insights are super helpful!
👉 If you enjoyed A Purgatory Story, check out CHARMING (ruclips.net/video/U1THl-6Bk34/видео.html) - a fun, heartwarming twist on familiar fairytales. 👑
📌 And if you're new, please subscribe to catch more new and upcoming videos😊Thank you again for watching! 🙏
the call back with the ukelele. you used sound like it was a truly rare and costly effort so when she hears that confirmation of her sanity and fellowship it drops like a hammer. was a masterful use of emotion and senses. that is what cinema should do.
There is so much delight throughout the whole piece, it is hard to choose only one highlight. If I have to, I’ll also choose the ukulele connection at the end. But truly, there are so many brilliant layers- choice of colors; small, humorous details; the balance of purity and rawness; a clear storyline and delicate character development expressed without any spoken word. Truly brilliant!
How did she know which grave to visit?
Just checked out Charming. I’ve subscribed. The algorithm elves are being kind to me!!!
Honestly, my favorite part was the storyline and the fact that it went how I wanted it to go. He was a great guy, she didn't break his heart, we got to see what happened after purgatory, and they both found peace in the end. Sometimes it's just nice to see a good story play out as you want it to without all the twists and drama.
I lost my only son 6 months ago, this piece was oddly comforting. I laughed, I cried, I laughed again ❤ bravo man...simply bravo
I'm so sorry to hear. Thank you for watching and for the kind words, much love to you 💜
Sending love
Condolences , even tho it’s means without understanding but dis jus broke me , dats insane . I hope n pray u n urs ❤
I hate to hear that. And I hope that nothing but love and happiness finds you for the rest of your days. And it is amazing what weird little things like this can do for comfort.
Love and healing to you. ❤
Here's your Oscar. You made me cry. Thank you.
Thank you for the kind words and for watching 🙏💜
I think the part that moved me the most, was when Claire asked if he was real. And Gerald replied "sort of." The honesty in his statement was devastating. It was hard to pick, but what an amazing little movie. I think I'd also have to say the trope of how much a transformative difference friendship can make. Thanks guy.
Wow! You know it's a great film when you don't even realize there's no dialog. I wish I could give it a thousand likes.
So happy you enjoyed. Thank you for watching and commenting :)
"It was all in your head" 😉
I actually didn't even realize there was no actual dialog.
I… only noticed it when I read it here😮
This should have millions of views, truly one of the best films I ever got the joy to watch
Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate them and thank you for watching 😊
This was really good. Sometimes just showing kindness can change someone's world.
100% 💜
This is beautiful. Thank you for allowing the public to see this and reflect on their losses and grief. And, the music. ‘Chef’s kiss’
Thank you for the wonderful words. I love the music, too 😊
This is one hell of a beautiful story. Bravo!
Thank you so much! 😊
I'm a former combat instructor. THIS DID NOT MAKE ME CRY! (sobbing)
Haha, thank you so much Dave! 😊🙏
This might be one of the best shorts i have seen in ages. Great in every aspect.
Such a sweet, touching story. I'm glad they stayed in touch. 😢❤
Thanks for watching, me too 😊
Awwww... You made me cry.
That was really, really good. As my Latin Teacher would say: "Laudate! Laudate! Magnificat!"
This is an excellent short. Very original & well done. It's a little funny and a little serious. I love the idea of th Ouija board being a text message with someone in purgatory, just doing their day to day job.
Thank you for the kind words. "A little funny and a little serious" was our goal. 😊🙏💜
15 minutes of sheer brilliance! Had me laughing, crying, reflecting, thinking about all my dear ones up there...thank you friend. Simply beautiful ❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! This made my day 😊
What a touching film. Very well done!
Thank you for watching! ☺️🙏
I love this original love story... thank you ❤😊
So happy you liked it ☺️🙏
Wow, this film is so creative and touching - it had me feeling all kinds of emotions in such a short space of time, even without any spoken dialogue!
I've never seen this concept done before and it's such a refreshing take on "speaking to those beyond" with a heartwarming story. It gave me 'short film before a Pixar movie' cosy feels.
- I just adore it!
I've been getting into short film content on RUclips as I'm awaiting a major surgery and don't get out much lol, but I can 'hand on plan planchette' say this is the best one I've seen so far and will take a hell of a lot to beat!
Wow, thank you very much for the kind words! So happy you enjoyed the film -- we were definitely going for Pixar-esque vibes! Best wishes with the surgery, and please let me know if you come across any other great films! 🙏
That was just outstanding, thank you.
Very happy you enjoyed it! 🙏
This was perfect. Script, execution, even the color grading. All worked together to create a touching, humorous, moving story. You deserve every award for this. Thank you for creating it.
Even spirits need to love and communicate. 🥰 Glad to see this... gave me the fuzzies. Loneliness and sadness, can be hard to overcome. GLAD love here exists.
I agree, well said. Thank you very much for watching 😊🙏
It seems like heaven is just as sad & lonely without a partner 💔
This is spectacular! Really liked the story, and loved the music. Especially loved the litttle melody on the uke, and how it managed to carry over.
Thanks so much! Our composer, Charles Harvey Spears, is a legend. The film wouldn't be what it is without his amazing work. 🙏
This is pure poetry. So sad and sweet and hopeful. A masterpiece❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much 😊🙏
Dating life is so rough, it’s got us dating the dead now. 😂
This was outstanding!!! I loved every single moment and detail. Truly a work of genius. 🥰💕
It seems like heaven is as sad & lonely without a loving partner 💔
What a treat to watch, that was charming !
Thank you so much for watching! Glad you enjoyed ☺️
Well that was an emotional roller coaster!
Thanks for watching! 🙏
Wonderful work, brought tears to my eyes. Also great font selection.
Thank you very much! Happy you liked it -- that font took a lot of time deciding on and implementing, so glad you noticed as well :)
I saved this short awhile ago. Glad to see it pop up again. Loved watching this story unfold.
It is So sweet.❤
Thank you so much! So happy you enjoyed it 😊🙏
Loved this....thank you for whomever made it.
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed 😊
Very well done! You can tell a story without dialogue!
Well written, well directed, couldn't find fault with any part of it. Thoroughly entertained!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for the kind words, they mean the world! 😊🙏
Compelling and heartfelt, mesmerising and original.....brave to use the board and purgatory to tell a completely different and uplifting tale about friendship and love.
true story telling isn't done by dialogue but by raw emotion. this beautiful story brought upon so many this morning. thank you .
*_An absolutely delightful story!_*
the moment she heard him play the ukulele , She knew he was ok
Absolutely amazing.
Thank you for watching! :) 🙏
THIS WAS WONDERFUL ... THANK YOU ! ------->
Haha thank you so much! 🙏😊
This was perfection
That was a wonderful love story. I smiled, I shed tears.
Thanks so much. So glad you enjoyed 😊
I loved this. I want more please!!!!
Thanks for watching! Like a sequel or something?
How has this not gotten more views? Bad algorithms! Masterpiece honestly some of the best content I have watched on my entire time on the platform what a gripping and moving story
Omigosh! The is marvelous! There is no weak spot in the storytelling and it totally engrosses the viewer. We get carried along the highs and lows along with the characters and become invested in their story. Thank you for sharing this with us! ⚘
Great story. Touching. Don't see this hardly ever anymore.
The overall feeling was similar to the Robert Downey Jr. movie "Heart and Souls"
I've never seen that one -- thanks for bringing to my attention, I'll check it out! 🙏
@tomkalbanese one of his greatest films. With his mother in labor, his parents are on the way to the hospital when they are hit by a bus and he is born in the back seat. 4 passengers on the bus who died in the crash find their souls inexplicably linked to him.
I don't think I've ever seen a better short film. From concept to story to acting to filming, it was brilliant, funny, sad, heartwarming, and absolutely charming. Thank you!
Outstanding story and concept. I love this horror short. Good job all around keep up the good work
Thanks so much! 🙏😊
@tomkalbanese you are welcome and I'm looking forward to seeing what you have in the future
This was beautiful
Lovely. Thank you!
Thank you so much for watching! ☺️💜
I shed a tear at this, this was so good!
So happy you liked it, thank you for watching! 🙏😊
Favorite part? The resolution! The implied acknowledgment of one another, although each exists apart from the other
Right now - I can relate to this. I am currently in Purgatory. Just passing thru. On my way to Brazil in January. Thank the gods. But purgatory today. Thanks Tom and Co for the light-hearted waiting room entertainment. I feel better.
Excellent Film. Loved the story.
I read into the film that Gerald likely ended himself because of a heartbreak, and thus freed himself from purgatory by helping Claire work through hers.
Very heartwarming and compelling.
Wow! Perfectly done. Not a word spoken or needed! Incredibly moving and pulls at the strings that bind us to this and the next.
A wonderful story! Simple, yet beautifully done!
And 'yes' it took me longer than I'd like to admit to realise that there was no spoken dialogue - the acting, and the subtitles were just that good!
It was so simple, quiet, the music was perfect, well written,& you could feel and see what the actors/ characters were experiencing..
You are an incredible independent filmmaker.
The story wraps around your heart effortlessly. The make up costumes props set all perfect.
I look ahead to more of your insightful work.
Just excellent
Dear Mr. Albanese.
👍👌👏 Oh WOW, simply fantastic! What a wonderful story. This short movie is a real masterpiece.
Thanks a lot for making recording editing uploading and sharing.
Best regards luck and especially health to all involved.
You made THIS!? Wow, what a brilliant, charming and clever work. I think you're destined for greatness.
Absolutely Farkin BRILIANT !!!
Great little story, beutifully told. Thank you.😇
With great power comes great responsibility. Tom, use your powers for good! Thank you for those minutes.
Bravo, thank you for such a wonderful catharsis; I cried like a baby.
This is magnificent!
I cried so hard!
So moving, so beautiful!
Thank you for making this.
This was perfect. I was hooked 2 minutes in. And honestly got a little choked up at the end. Loved all the little details too. Superbly executed!
Excellent!
So happy you liked it! Thanks for watching 💜
Just absolutely charming and lovely! Thank you so much.
Thank you for watching and for the kind words, much appreciated 😊🙏😈
Wonderful blend of pathos, humor, and love!
The year 2037 is gonna be dope. Btw, I’m pretty sure I saw this before.
Haha! Thanks for noticing 😊
THIS IS AMAZING! I hope your Subscriber count SKYROCKETS man!
What an absolute talent to be able to convey so much emotion.
I fell in love with your genious creator mind! ❤ This paranormal, life after death, different dimensions, intelligent sweet love-story is next level bullshit!!! ❤ Thank you sooo much for sharing this! 🙏
Thank you for the kind words! So happy you enjoyed it :)
This concept is so cool! The actors really brought out the feelings of being lost and finding a place to belong. We all can relate to that. I'm definitely going to share this video with my family and friends. Keep up the great work!
Excellent. I needed a good cry. Masterful!
Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed and found some release with it 😊🙏
It’s unusual I will watch a video without skipping forward at all. Watched this straight through, wish it was longer, well done good people.
Absolutely amazing loved this story!!!!!
Thank you so much, thrilled you enjoyed! 😊🙏💜
Originality, that's what we need!
Awesomeness...favorite part was with the blue boss and his Starbucks coffee showing up.
I stumbled across this and it made me cry AND smile. Very poignant and wistful. Subscribed!
Man it was the best ..... u give me hope as well ...... thanks for this beautiful art work... love it dude❤
Thank you very much man! 😊🙏
What a fantastic piece of art ... It literally brought me to tears in the ukelele part :) So well done, really, congrats to all the people involved in this short film. I hope this film will boost your careers so you can show us things we've never seen before!
Oh, I loved this movie so much. I'm reminded that we are never truly separated from those on the other side
A very nice short film! This actually manages to awaken a whole spectrum of feelings in just 16 minutes of watching.
This was an incredible story and the cinematography was brilliantly shot. What a beautifully done piece. I absolutely loved the acting as well, so much conveyed without dialogue ❤ well done everyone! I can tell everyone put their all into it ❤
Absolutely killer short. Props to everyone involved. Keep the work coming!
I loved it! Absolutely beautiful!❤
Thank you! 😊🙏💜
This was beautiful! Thank you!
Thank YOU for watching! 😊
Very well done. I wish I could give it more than just the standard "thumbs up". Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant.
This is lovely. Thank you so much from a person who is struggling.
Thank you. Much love and strength to you 🙏💜
@ many thanks, Tom. Keep making great art, my friend.
Beautiful, I had tears in my eyes.
Very cool. The "acceptance" in traffic made me laugh. Will watch more!
Absolutely loved it! Like soul washing that my heart needed :) Everything was so perfect. Sincere and genuine in every way. I'm gonna share with everyone I know :)
that was truly beautiful , tom, thank you so much for having created such a lovely work of art
merci le téléchargement, *bravo!*
Extraordinarily original and a pleasure to watch!
I was riveted......sending it to my daughter and subscribing, thank you , both, for sharing your talent with us 😊
really good, well thought up. i could feel the emotion. i enjoyed it. bravo.
Thank you so much! 😊🙏
This made me smile, inside and out. Thank you.
Lovely, surprising and moving. Thank you so much for this enjoyable experience.
Wonderful Story. God Bless.
A wonderful film. Thank you for its creation. Diane, using Joe's tablet.
The 1st 5 comments are surprisingly not by mega holy rollers...
Jokes a side, this was a wonder piece. Many emotional strings being pulled.
What a great little film. Such a beautiful and original idea. Well Done!
Well done!! I loved it!
Thank you so much! 😊💜
Increíblemente hermoso!! Gracias!! Magia!