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202179 minPG-13documentary

Life & Life

202179 minPG-13documentary

Forty years after a murder conviction, Reggie Austin works to rebuild his life and reconnect with family while influencing fellow inmates.

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Forty years after a murder conviction, Reggie Austin works to rebuild his life and reconnect with family while influencing fellow inmates.

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N.C. Heikindirector

N.C. Heikinwriter

Reginald Austincast

Wilbert Rogers Jr.cast

Keith Wattleycast

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Reggie Austin reconnects with his family after spending 40 years in prison for murder. The film follows his efforts to redeem his life and his impact on fellow inmates. It addresses challenges faced by ex-prisoners as they navigate parole and sentencing. Austin's story illustrates the difficulties individuals encounter upon release while striving to build a positive future. The runtime is 79 minutes.

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