(Die Geisel)

Content: A prisoner in JVA Weißenburg takes a staff member hostage, prompting Prison Director Ella Jansen to enter the cell in exchange, relying on negotiation. When a special unit’s imminent arrival drives the inmate to rage and sexual violence, Jansen is rescued but then becomes entangled in a ruthless political scandal and power struggle that overlooks individual suffering.

Countries:

Germany

Genres:

Drama

Runtime:

0 minutes

Year:

2003

Directors:

Christian Görlitz

Production companies:

Neue Deutsche Filmgesellschaft

Actors:

Ella Jansen

Dieter Scholl

Olaf Bodenteich

Vollmer

Köppe

Crews:

Director