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201356 minPG-13documentary

Locked Down

201356 minPG-13documentary

Two years of interactions between women inmates and wardens reveal the dynamics within the confines of small prison cells.

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Two years of interactions between women inmates and wardens reveal the dynamics within the confines of small prison cells.

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Liat Merdirector

Hila Itzchakiwriter

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Inside a women's prison, inmates and wardens interact over two years. The film captures daily life in cramped cells, revealing the dynamics between staff and prisoners. It presents a diverse group of women, each with unique stories and backgrounds. The documentary offers a close look at their relationships and the challenges they face within the prison system. The setting emphasizes the confined environment where these interactions unfold.

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