Prison

Prison

(1987)

In a dilapidated prison on the outskirts of a forgotten town, “Prison” unfolds the gripping story of a diverse group of inmates, each confronting their pasts in unexpected ways. At the center is Miles Jensen, a once-promising journalist whose reckless choices landed him behind bars for a crime he swears he didn’t commit. As days bleed into nights within the oppressive walls of the prison, he discovers the real story lies not just in his innocence but in the lives of those around him.

Amid graffiti-covered walls and the constant echo of metal bars, Miles forms an unlikely bond with Lila, a brilliant engineer nabbed for protesting climate injustices. As they navigate their shared struggles, he finds a fierce ally in her determination to expose the corrupt forces that led to their incarceration. Lila, haunted by the people she lost, becomes a driving force, challenging the complacency of their fellow inmates, while Miles inherits the role of reluctant leader, giving voice to the silenced.

Among their fellow prisoners is Malik, a stoic former boxer with a complex past, grappling with an impending release that threatens his fragile sense of identity. Then there’s Clara, an enigmatic woman accused of a long-unsolved crime, who guards her painful history closely. Each character offers a distinct perspective on guilt, redemption, and the fight for justice, intertwining their lives in unexpected ways.

As a rising gang threatens the fragile peace within the prison, Miles and Lila rally their fellow inmates to confront the brutality of their captors while plotting a daring escape that is as much about freedom as it is about justice. With each plot twist, they peel back the layers of systemic corruption that shadows their lives, drawing them together in a powerful quest for truth.

“Prison” is a raw, emotional journey highlighting the resilience of the human spirit, exploring themes of redemption, friendship, and the fight against an unjust system. This unflinching narrative captures the heart of those who, despite being confined, dare to seek freedom—not just from behind bars but from the chains of their pasts.

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+4

Rating

MovieScout Rating 5.8

Genres

Crime,Drama,Horror,Thriller

Runtime

1h 42m

Age rating

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Director

Renny Harlin

Cast

Lane Smith
Viggo Mortensen
Chelsea Field
Lincoln Kilpatrick
Tom Everett
Ivan Kane
André De Shields
Tom Lister Jr.
Stephen E. Little
Mickey Yablans
Larry Flash Jenkins
Arlen Dean Snyder
Hal Landon Jr.
Matt Kanen
Rod Lockman
Jeff L. Deist
Kane Hodder
George D. Wallace

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