Prison Inmates Code

Year Published: 1959

Creator: WNET/13

Format: 16mm

Description: Examines systems of standards and communications operating in many penal institutions. Uses film clips to illustrate the passing of information within an prison. Presents a filmed interview with two prisoners who explained how the prisoners' credo is established and maintained. discusses the "grapevine" and the "kangaroo court." Points out the importance of recognizing these operations of administrators are to operate efficiently. (WTTW) Kinescope and film.


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