We Are Men
We Are Men

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We Are Men

1976
Movie
86 min
Russian

A teacher comes across a love letter from an old friend, addressed to his wife. He decides to defend his honor the old-fashioned way - challenge his opponent to a duel, and strangely enough, it was accepted...

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Director: Robert LovenheimGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary offers a glimpse into the lives and perspectives of incarcerated men at the Jackson State Prison in Michigan. It explores their daily routines, their thoughts on justice, and their hopes for the future.

Critical Reception

Information regarding the critical reception of 'We Are Men (1976)' is scarce. As an independent documentary from its era, it did not receive widespread critical review or audience attention.

What Reviewers Say

  • As a documentary focused on prison life, it provides a raw and unfiltered look at the inmates.

  • The film's impact is derived from its observational style rather than explicit narration.

  • Due to its limited distribution, specific critical sentiments are difficult to ascertain.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this specific documentary.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over a period of several months within the walls of Jackson State Prison, providing an intimate look at life inside.

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