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201763 minPG-13documentary

Institution #16

201763 minPG-13documentary

A new prison in Rustavi city, Georgia, is labeled the best in the entire ex-Soviet space.

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Alexander Koridze

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A new prison in Rustavi city, Georgia, is labeled the best in the entire ex-Soviet space.

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Alexander Koridzedirector

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Rustavi city, Georgia, is home to a new prison regarded as the best in the ex-Soviet space. Built to modern standards, it offers various amenities. Despite these conditions, inmates express a strong desire for freedom. The documentary follows life inside this facility, documenting daily routines and interactions among prisoners. It presents their experiences and reflects on the nature of imprisonment. The film runs for 63 minutes and was released in 2017.

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