Punishment Park(1971)
One of the most controversial films ever made.
Synopsis
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.
Directed by Peter Watkins
Where to watch Punishment Park
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Cast
Patrick Boland
Tribunal Defendant
Carmen Argenziano
Jay Kaufman (Tribunal Defendant)
Kent Foreman
Lee Robert Brown (Tribunal Defendant)
Luke Johnson
William Luke Valerio (Tribunal Defendant)
Katherine Quittner
Nancy Jane Smith (Tribunal Defendant)
Scott Turner
James Arthur Kohler (Tribunal Defendant)
Stan Armsted
Charles Robbins (Tribunal Defendant)
Mary Ellen Kleinhall
Allison Mitchner (Tribunal Defendant)
Mark Keats
William C. Hoeger (Tribunal Chairman)
Gladys Golden
Mary Jurgens (Tribunal Member)
Sanford Golden
Senator Harris (Tribunal Member)
George Gregory
Mr. Keagan (Tribunal Member)
Norman Sinclair
Tribunal Member
Sigmund Rich
Prof. Hazlett
Paul Rosenstein
Tribunal Member
Lee Marks
Federal Agent
Sandy Cox
Stenographer
Frederic Franklyn
Defense Attorney
Punishment Park — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Punishment Park?+
Punishment Park is available to stream on FlixFling, Mometu and Tubi TV. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Punishment Park come out?+
Punishment Park was released in 1971.
How long is Punishment Park?+
Punishment Park runs for 88 minutes (1 hour and 28 minutes).
Who directed Punishment Park?+
Punishment Park was directed by Peter Watkins.
Who stars in Punishment Park?+
Punishment Park stars Patrick Boland, Carmen Argenziano, Kent Foreman, Luke Johnson and Katherine Quittner.
Is Punishment Park worth watching?+
Punishment Park holds a 7.3/10 rating from 220 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and thriller.
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