Life On Death Row: Inside Indiana State Maximum Security Prison
Synopsis
Twelve men on death row at Indiana State Maximum Security Prison are locked in their cells for 23 hours a day, facing the reality of execution.
Synopsis
Frederick Bell, an inmate at Indiana State Maximum Security Prison, reflects on his life as he awaits execution for the murder of a mother and her young daughter. Over two weeks, Sir Trevor McDonald gains access to the prison, which houses 1,900 inmates, including 12 on death row. Conversations reveal the psychological toll of living under the constant threat of execution. Bell admits to deserving the death penalty, illustrating the stark reality faced by those confined within the prison's walls.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Frederick Bell, an inmate facing execution.
- Find out how inmates cope with life on death row.
- See the emotional impact of the death penalty on families.
Did You Know
- Indiana State Maximum Security Prison houses 1900 inmates.
- Twelve inmates on death row are locked in their cells for 23 hours a day.
- Frederick Bell has been on death row for seven years and is on the 13th level of appeals.
- One inmate admits he deserves to be executed for his crime against a young girl.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many inmates are at Indiana State Maximum Security Prison?
There are 1900 inmates at Indiana State Maximum Security Prison.
How long are the inmates on death row locked in their cells each day?
Inmates on death row are locked in their cells for 23 hours a day.
What crime did Frederick Bell commit?
Frederick Bell was convicted of the murder of a mother and her young daughter.
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