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In 'High Risk Offender', director Barry Greenwald presents a detailed account of six offenders navigating life after incarceration in a high-risk parole office in the United States. The film spans 10 months, capturing the daily realities these individuals face, including drug tests, curfews, and mandatory therapy sessions. The narrative is built around the interactions between the offenders and their parole officers and therapists, who are dedicated to preventing recidivism while managing their own frustrations.
The documentary offers a candid portrayal of rehabilitation, featuring a variety of personal stories that reflect the struggles of reintegration into society. The film emphasizes the efforts of the parole officers and therapists as they work to support the offenders, providing insight into the complexities of life after prison and the systemic issues surrounding rehabilitation.
Why Watch
- •Meet David New and Peter Walker, real-life offenders.
- •Follow the daily routines of parole officers.
- •Find out how therapy sessions impact rehabilitation.
Did You Know
•The film follows six offenders over a 10-month period.
•Director Barry Greenwald documents life in a high-risk parole office.
•The film has a runtime of 57 minutes.
•It was produced in Canada and is in English.
Perfect For
Criminal justice studiesParole and rehabilitationDocumentary enthusiasts