Summer Guard
Mikko, a 19-year-old, works as a summer guard in a Finnish prison, challenging his views on dignity.
Synopsis
Mikko, a 19-year-old, works as a summer guard in a Finnish prison, challenging his views on dignity.
Synopsis
In the 2016 documentary 'Summer Guard', 19-year-old Mikko takes on the challenging role of a summer guard at a remote prison in Finland. Over the course of three months, he navigates the complexities of working in a closed facility filled with convicts, which profoundly impacts his understanding of human dignity. As he interacts with the inmates, Mikko confronts his preconceived notions about justice and rehabilitation, leading to a transformative experience that reshapes his views on society and the individuals within it. The film provides an intimate look at the daily life in a Finnish prison and the emotional toll it takes on both the guards and the inmates.
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