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The Work

2017·Movie·90 min·★ 7.5(42)

“Sometimes change can only come from the inside.”

Set entirely inside Folsom Prison, The Work follows three men during four days of intensive group therapy with convicts, revealing an intimate and powerful portrait of authentic human transformation that transcends what we think of as rehabilitation.

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Where to watch The Work in United States

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About The Work

The Work is a 2017 English-language documentary film directed by Jairus McLeary. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

The Work was produced by Blanket Fort Media and made in United States of America. It was released on March 11, 2017.

Director
Jairus McLeary
Release date
March 11, 2017
Original language
English
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Blanket Fort Media
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The Work cast & crew

The Work was directed by Jairus McLeary.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Arturo Santamaria and it was produced by Jairus McLeary and Gethin Aldous.

Is The Work worth watching?

At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy documentary, The Work is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Work

The Work isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

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The Work — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Work in United States?

The Work is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies and YouTube.

▸What language is The Work in?

The Work is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Work?

The Work runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).

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