Solitary
"Inside Red Onion State Prison"
Originally released in 2016. Solitary is a documentary/crime film. directed by Kristi Jacobson. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
There are 100,000 US citizens in solitary confinement across the country, a staggering number prompting comment from both President Obama and the Pope. Situated in rural Virginia, 300 miles from any urban center, Red Onion State Prison is one of over 40 supermax prisons across the US built to hold prisoners in eight-by-ten-foot cells for 23 hours a day. Filmed over the course of one year, this eye-opening film braids stark prison imagery, stories from correction officers, and intimate reflections from the men who are locked up in isolation. The inmates share the paths that led them to prison and their daily struggles to maintain their sanity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 16, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (17 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO Documentary Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solitary about?
There are 100,000 US citizens in solitary confinement across the country, a staggering number prompting comment from both President Obama and the Pope. Situated in rural Virginia, 300 miles from an...
Who directed Solitary?
Solitary was directed by Kristi Jacobson.
How long is Solitary?
Solitary has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Solitary released?
Solitary was released on April 16, 2016 in theaters.