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201310 minPG-13doc-short

Thai Prison Fights

201310 minPG-13doc-short

Inmates at Bangkok's high-security Klong Prem prison box outsiders for money and shorter sentences.

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Inmates at Bangkok's high-security Klong Prem prison box outsiders for money and shorter sentences.

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In Klong Prem, a high-security prison in Bangkok, inmates engage in boxing matches against outsiders. These fights serve multiple purposes: they provide a chance to earn money, reduce sentences, and gain recognition for Thailand. The documentary captures the intensity of these bouts and the motivations behind them, revealing a unique aspect of prison life that contrasts sharply with conventional expectations of incarceration. The film runs for 10 minutes and was released in 2013.

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