Hollywood movies about prisons have shaped our public perceptions of justice, mercy and redemption. 

On Wednesday, Nov.16th, Professor Kevin Kehrwald, expert on the genre of prison movies, lead the program to show us the messages within these films.

“Prison Films: Justice, Punishment and Reforms”

Shawshank Redemption

Escape from Alcatraz

The Defiant Ones

The Green Mile

Compassion In Action Co-Sponsored this event with Golden Way Films and other groups.