Prison of Secrets (1997)

In the gritty underbelly of the American justice system, the story of Lynn Shaffer unfolds, painting a vivid portrait of an ordinary woman thrust into an extraordinary situation. After an honest mistake at work, Lynn, a hardworking and innovative employee, is unjustly branded a criminal by an ungrateful employer and a system that is all too eager to find her guilty. Her unexpected journey from an everyday employee to a convicted felon is fueled by misunderstanding and a lack of guidance on business ethics, rather than any inherent criminal intent. Despite Lynn's lack of a criminal past and her sincere lack of understanding of her alleged crime, she is handed a maximum sentence of ten years in a women's jail wing. This harsh punishment is a testament to the unforgiving nature of a system that refuses to differentiate between an honest mistake and deliberate fraud. Left reeling from the fallout, Lynn's model husband Larry and their spoiled daughter grapple with feelings of betrayal and abandonment. Inside the prison walls, the corruption runs deep, making survival a game of trading favors and avoiding the ire of the unscrupulous sergeant Ed Crang and his fellow jailers. However, hope comes in the form of Larry's radio show, which becomes a lifeline and a beacon of truth in their fight for justice. As the narrative unfolds, the inherent flaws of the justice system are laid bare, revealing a world where the line between right and wrong is blurred, and survival often means sacrificing one's moral compass. "Prison of Secrets" is a chilling tale of an accidental criminal navigating an unjust system, highlighting the power of resilience, the strength of family, and the relentless pursuit of justice.

Prison of Secrets is a crime movie featuring Stephanie Zimbalist.

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