Songs of Redemption (2013)
A portrait of a group of young inmates at the General Penitentiary in Kingston, Jamaica, who participate in a rehabilitation program through music. Through the songs and testimonies of the inmates, Songs of Redemption reveals the causes that led these young musicians to prison while portraying the harshness of life in the ghettos of Kingston. Songs of Redemption features fascinating interviews with the prisoners (incarcerated for crimes ranging from illegal possession of firearms to murder) and a powerful reggae soundtrack created, performed, and produced by inmates and guards.
Director: Amanda Sans Pantling, Miquel Galofré
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 79 min
Release Date: November 4, 2013
Country: Jamaica
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Songs of Redemption about?
- A portrait of a group of young inmates at the General Penitentiary in Kingston, Jamaica, who participate in a rehabilitation program through music. Through the songs and testimonies of the inmates, Songs of Redemption reveals the causes that led these young musicians to prison while portraying the harshness of life in the ghettos of Kingston. Songs of Redemption features fascinating interviews with the prisoners (incarcerated for crimes ranging from illegal possession of firearms to murder) and a powerful reggae soundtrack created, performed, and produced by inmates and guards.
- Who directed Songs of Redemption?
- Songs of Redemption was directed by Amanda Sans Pantling, Miquel Galofré.
- How long is Songs of Redemption?
- Songs of Redemption has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
- What genre is Songs of Redemption?
- Songs of Redemption is a Documentary film.
- Where was Songs of Redemption produced?
- Songs of Redemption was produced in Jamaica.