The Penitentiary
Released 4 years ago in 2022. The Penitentiary is a documentary film. directed by Anne Theurillat. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In 1982, Patrice Berthelot reports on the conditions of his detention in Sion prison through a correspondence with the director Anne Theurillat, who now transforms his words—by turns cheerful or imbued with mellow bitterness—into images, through an inspired cinematic construction. A question remains: is it possible for humanity to exist between four walls?
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 15, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 6m
66 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Penitentiary about?
In 1982, Patrice Berthelot reports on the conditions of his detention in Sion prison through a correspondence with the director Anne Theurillat, who now transforms his words—by turns cheerful or ...
Who directed The Penitentiary?
The Penitentiary was directed by Anne Theurillat.
How long is The Penitentiary?
The Penitentiary has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was The Penitentiary released?
The Penitentiary was released on April 15, 2022 in theaters.