Synopsis
Four prisoners broke down and one went on hunger strike within five days of a psychological test conducted by Professor Philip Zimbardo in 1971.
Synopsis
In 1971, Professor Philip Zimbardo conducted a psychological experiment at Stanford University, assigning students to roles as prisoners and guards. The test aimed to investigate the nature of good and evil. Within five days, the situation deteriorated rapidly. Four prisoners experienced emotional breakdowns, and one went on a hunger strike. The film details the events that led to the experiment's termination after less than a week, revealing the extreme effects of power dynamics on human behavior.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how power affects human behavior in real-time.
- Meet Professor Philip Zimbardo and learn about his controversial study.
- Find out why the experiment ended abruptly after only six days.
Did You Know
- In just five days, four prisoners broke down emotionally during the experiment.
- One prisoner went on a hunger strike as a form of protest against the conditions.
- The experiment was abandoned after less than a week due to extreme behavior.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the Stanford Prison Experiment?
The purpose was to examine the nature of good and evil by having US students volunteer to play prisoners and guards.
How long did the Stanford Prison Experiment last?
The experiment was abandoned after less than a week, specifically within five days.
What happened to the prisoners during the Stanford Prison Experiment?
Within five days, four prisoners had broken down and another was on hunger strike.
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