I was unfamiliar with the type of prison demographics associated with Rikers and was compelled to watch this documentary. My only reference of late was that the IMF Chief, DSK was imprisoned briefly for a rape accusation. Given the potential President of France play, perhaps the US intervened in their election and forced him out of the running? Nah, we would never do something like that, eh?
The primary reason for incarceration at Rikers according to this film, is inability to pay Bail. Now how could an IMF Chief be unable to perform this basic fiduciary duty? Also, 97% of the population is either Black or Hispanic. Rather a racy crowd given a high profile elected international position. But I digress.
I saw more camaraderie and caring for others in this film than I expected. There was compassion exhibited for other inmates, especially the HIV+ born in jail gentleman as well as other positive emotions portrayed. I have great compassion for those unjustly imprisoned and for those who require mental health care.
High recommend for some insight into prison life at a very unique institution. But whatever happened to DSK?????
The primary reason for incarceration at Rikers according to this film, is inability to pay Bail. Now how could an IMF Chief be unable to perform this basic fiduciary duty? Also, 97% of the population is either Black or Hispanic. Rather a racy crowd given a high profile elected international position. But I digress.
I saw more camaraderie and caring for others in this film than I expected. There was compassion exhibited for other inmates, especially the HIV+ born in jail gentleman as well as other positive emotions portrayed. I have great compassion for those unjustly imprisoned and for those who require mental health care.
High recommend for some insight into prison life at a very unique institution. But whatever happened to DSK?????