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202525 minPG-13documentary

Breaking the Fourth Wall

202525 minPG-13documentary

Eighteen prisoner deaths have occurred at the Justice Center since 2020 amid numerous disturbances, riots, and hostage situations.

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Eighteen prisoner deaths have occurred at the Justice Center since 2020 amid numerous disturbances, riots, and hostage situations.

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Inside the Justice Center, chaos has become routine. Since 2020, the facility has reported numerous disturbances, including riots and hostage situations. Eighteen prisoners have died during this period. Breaking the Fourth Wall (or A Justice Center Recruitment Video) presents a critical look at the management of the Justice Center. The 25-minute documentary captures the failures and challenges faced by staff and inmates alike, revealing a troubling environment marked by unrest and mismanagement.

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