The Penitentiary
Watch TrailerIn 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?
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Pénitencier |
| Year | 2022 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Anne Theurillat |
| Runtime | 66 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.0/10 (1 votes) |
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The Penitentiary is a very strong film rated 8.0/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
Released in 2022, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
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