The Penitentiary (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2022, The Penitentiary is a documentary film directed by Anne Theurillat, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1982, Patrice Berthelot reports on the conditions of his detention in Sion prison through a correspondence with the director Anne Theurillat, who now transforms his words—by turns cheerful or imbued with mellow bitterness—into images, through an inspired cinematic construction. A question remains: is it possible for humanity to exist between four walls?
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Penitentiary sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Penitentiary page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Penitentiary tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Penitentiary (2022)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Penitentiary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Penitentiary worth watching?
- The Penitentiary holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Penitentiary released?
- The Penitentiary was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.