Punishment Park

United States of America

• R
• 1971-10-01(US)
• ▪

  Drama,

  Thriller
• ▪ 1h-28m

One of the most controversial films ever made.

Overview

In this fictional documentary, U.S. prisons are at capacity, and President Nixon declares a state of emergency. All new prisoners, most of whom are connected to the antiwar movement, are now given the choice of jail time or spending three days in Punishment Park, where they will be hunted for sport by federal authorities. The prisoners invariably choose the latter option, but learn that, between the desert heat and the brutal police officers, their chances of survival are slim.

• Peter WatkinsScreenplay

  Peter WatkinsDirector

  Barry WilsonAssistant Art Director

  Paul MotianMusic

  Joan ChurchillDirector of Photography

  Susan MartinProducer