Nature of the Crime

(2024)

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Synopsis

Nature of the Crime follows three incarcerated men as they prepare for their upcoming parole interviews after decades in jail. The documentary reflects on their crimes, their rehabilitation, and the criteria for their potential release while exploring the inner workings of parole boards. The result is a moral inquiry into a penal system that must serve justice to victims yet show humanity to rehabilitated prisoners eligible for release.

Directors

Ricki Stern, Jesse Sweet, Ricki Stern, Jesse Sweet

Production year

2024

Rating

TV-14

Studio

HBO Enterprises

Runtime

93 minutes

Cast