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Riot in Cell Block 11 (1954)

“FILMED ON THE SPOT BEHIND PRISON WALLS!”

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Plot

Riot in Cell Block 11, a raw and unflinching drama, mirrors the personal experiences of its producer, Walter Wanger, who was no stranger to the harsh realities of prison life. The film, brought to life by the collaborative genius of Wanger and Don Siegel, dives deep into the belly of a correctional facility, exposing its grim underbelly. At the heart of the story is a seething uprising, a cry against the brutal guards, the substandard food, the stifling overcrowding, and the squalor of their living conditions. The inmates, driven to desperation, orchestrate a full-scale riot, seizing several guards as hostages and challenging the iron fist of the prison authority. The prison's gloomy corridors become a battlefield, as a tense standoff ensues between the rioting inmates and the prison administration. But the negotiations, a delicate dance of power and survival, are hampered by the meddling of politicians and the prison's own festering issues, creating a volatile cocktail of dissension and infighting amongst the inmates themselves. Riot in Cell Block 11 is a riveting exploration of human resilience and rebellion against oppressive systems. It paints an unsparing picture of the inhumanity within prison walls, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats as they navigate the labyrinth of prison politics and the desperate struggle for reform.

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Riot in Cell Block 11 is a crime movie featuring Neville Brand.

It is possible to buy Riot in Cell Block 11 on Amazon Video and Apple TV.