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200960 minNC-17documentary

5.8/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

Hard Time

200960 minNC-17documentary

5.8/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

At the Correctional Reception Center in Orient, Ohio, inmates and correctional officers share their daily experiences and personal stories while addressing rehabilitation efforts.

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At the Correctional Reception Center in Orient, Ohio, inmates and correctional officers share their daily experiences and personal stories while addressing rehabilitation efforts.

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Amy Schatzdirector

Lee Roy Myersdirector

Anthony Rosano

Anthony Rosanocast

Brittany O'Connell

Brittany O'Connellcast

Chris Strokes

Chris Strokescast

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At the Correctional Reception Center in Orient, Ohio, inmates and correctional officers engage in their daily routines. Directed by Lee Roy Myers, "Hard Time" features musician Thurston Moore observing the interactions between staff and inmates. The film presents personal stories from both sides, revealing the difficulties of prison life. It also addresses rehabilitation efforts within the facility. "Hard Time" runs for 141 minutes and premiered on February 1, 2011.

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