In American Jail, director Roger Ross Williams embarks on a personal journey to examine the powerful forces of racism and greed that drive America's prison system. With over two million people behind bars, the industry has grown into a multi-billion dollar business, relying on a steady supply of inmates to maintain its profits. Visiting the prison where his friends were incarcerated, Williams exposes a system that perpetuates modern-day slavery, raising questions about the very nature of freedom and justice in America. This 2018 documentary is a powerful call to action, sparking a global conversation about the ongoing struggle for human rights.

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