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2019175 minPGdocumentary

5.2/ 10(29 ratings)• TMDB

Performance Arts Social Justice

Happy Jail

2019175 minPGdocumentary

5.2/ 10(29 ratings)• TMDB

A viral dance jail redefines rehabilitation under ex-con management.

Performance Arts Social Justice

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A viral dance jail redefines rehabilitation under ex-con management.

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Michele Josuedirector

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The jail in the Philippines made famous for a viral Michael Jackson dance video comes under the management of an ex-convict which causes some controversy

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