True stories of the inequities that permeate throughout the justice system at large.
In this program
Beyond the Wire
Directed by
Ted Griswold
U.S.
2021
17 minutes
English
Former Army Ranger Chris Pesqueira, who experiences freedom after 33 years at Soledad State Prison in California, leans into a community of formerly incarcerated veterans for support as he reintegrates into society.
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Cycles
Directed by
Jonathan Barenboim
U.S.
2020
21 minutes
English
Two young Black men, who are motorcycle stunt riders from Compton and Watts in LA, are caught in a cycle of incarceration.
Program
Destiny Made
Directed by
Joenique C. Rose
U.S.
2021
14 minutes
English
After several stints in jail, Ashenka's re-entry into her children's lives is made even more difficult because she's never confronted a significant loss.
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Hustle
Directed by
Xavier Cousens
U.S.
2021
10 minutes
English
Anthony Johnson, a work-release recipient, spends his days as a courier in New York City and his nights incarcerated.
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Last Meal
Directed by
Marcus McKenzie & Daniel Principe
U.S.
2020
18 minutes
English
A look at death-row inmates’ final feasts shines a light on our understanding of the prisoners and the institutions meting out capital punishment.
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Life, Again
Directed by
Orion Huang & Anna Maité Kaplan
U.S.
2021
18 minutes
English
An intimate portrait of Wes Burleson, recently released from prison after 23 years, as he navigates his journey to freedom, rehabilitation, and redemption.
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