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Solitary: Inside Red Onion State Prison is a documentary by HBO that focuses on Red Onion State Prison, a supermax facility in Virginia. The film examines the use of solitary confinement and its psychological effects on inmates. It features personal accounts and experiences of those incarcerated, providing insight into the harsh realities of life in isolation.
One of the inmates featured is Randall Via, who later became known for hosting The Red Onion Randy Podcast from within the Virginia Department of Corrections. The documentary runs for 81 minutes and is presented in both English and French, reflecting its production in the United States.
Why Watch
- •Meet Randall Via and hear his unique perspective.
- •See the realities of solitary confinement in Virginia.
- •Find out about life inside a supermax prison.
Did You Know
•Randall Via hosts The Red Onion Randy Podcast from prison.
•The documentary was directed by Kristi Jacobson.
•Red Onion State Prison is classified as a supermax prison.
Perfect For
Prison reform advocatesTrue crime enthusiastsMental health discussions