Japan from Inside (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2000, Japan from Inside is a documentary film directed by Philippe Couture, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. Fu Chu is one of the most important and strict prisons in Japan, where they have more than 2,000 people living together. In addition, it is the one that has the greater number of foreigners. Through the testimony of two French prisoners we know first hand how the inmates of Japanese prisons live behind bars. Fu Chu is known worldwide because many ex-convicts have sued the Japanese State for the treatment received during their incarceration. Amnesty International has been interested in this problem and has denounced the methods used to consider that they violate Human Rights. In this documentary the cameras enter for the first time in the premises of the prison and show how is the strict regime of this institution.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Japan from Inside has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Japan from Inside page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Japan from Inside (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Japan from Inside change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Japan from Inside worth watching?
- Japan from Inside holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Japan from Inside released?
- Japan from Inside was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.