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Bare Behind Bars
In a women's prison in Brazil, the inmates are young and beautiful, the warden is a sadist, all but one of the guards are cruel, and the nurse is an incompetent cuckoo. To make it difficult for the inmates to hide contraband, they wear no underwear. They are alternately murderous and orgiastic with each other, and they engage in sex play with some of the guards. The warden pimps out inmates to wealthy lesbians. With the help of the nurse and under the cover of Carnival, three inmates stage an escape. Once out, will they contrive to stay undiscovered, or will their natures guarantee an ill-fated end to their attempt?
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Plot Summary
A young, idealistic lawyer takes on the case of a female inmate in a corrupt and brutal women's prison. As she delves deeper into the system, she uncovers widespread abuse, exploitation, and a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of the prison administration. She must fight to expose the truth and bring justice to the prisoners, even at great personal risk.
Critical Reception
Bare Behind Bars was a made-for-television movie that garnered attention for its gritty portrayal of prison life and its strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. While not a major theatrical release, it was noted for its unflinching look at the harsh realities faced by women in correctional facilities during that era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dramatic intensity and performances.
Examined the harsh realities of women's correctional facilities.
Considered a notable television drama of its time.
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Fun Fact
The film was notable for its candid depiction of prison conditions and inmate experiences, which was somewhat uncommon for television movies at the time.
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