Pennhurst
"They've waited a long time to tell their story"
Originally released in 2019. Pennhurst is a documentary film. directed by Jodie Alexandra Taylor. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Segregation, abandonment, and the meaning of home are discussed by the people that lived in, worked at, and crusaded for one of the largest and oldest Intellectual and Developmental Disability Institutions in the United States. The facility, in its closing, challenged society's perception of those with intellectual disabilities and ultimately fought for better rights.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 26, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Radioaktive Film
- Steel Eye Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennhurst about?
Segregation, abandonment, and the meaning of home are discussed by the people that lived in, worked at, and crusaded for one of the largest and oldest Intellectual and Developmental Disability Inst...
Who directed Pennhurst?
Pennhurst was directed by Jodie Alexandra Taylor.
How long is Pennhurst?
Pennhurst has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Pennhurst released?
Pennhurst was released on March 26, 2019 in theaters.