Prison takes away freedom. But does it change the person behind the door?
In my commentary on Brawl in Cell Block 99 (2017), I examine what we expect from imprisonment: punishment, rehabilitation, and public safety. Keeping dangerous people off the streets serves a purpose but we still need to ask what happens inside those walls.
Is rehabilitation possible for everyone? Share your perspective in the comments.
🎬 Starring Vince Vaughn
🎥 Directed by S. Craig Zahler
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🎙️ Original voiceover and analysis by MovieNight18.
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