Hours

Audience emotional responses for 'Hours' are dominated by intense **Anxiety** and **Anticipation** as the father races against time and the elements to keep his critically ill baby alive. Deep **Sadness** and **Empathy** are evoked by the tragic loss of his wife and the baby's precarious condition, coupled with the father's isolated struggle. **Fear** for the baby's survival and the overwhelming power of Hurricane Katrina are constant. Underlying these intense emotions is a profound sense of **Love** driving the father's actions, and a persistent **Hope** that he and his child will be rescued, leading to moments of **Inspiration** from his unwavering resilience, tinged with **Melancholy** due to the dire circumstances.