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Animal Factory (2000)
Director: Steve Buscemi
Cast: Willem Dafoe, Edward Furlong, Danny Trejo, Mark Boone Junior
Runtime94 min
RatingR
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Suburbanite Ron is spoiled, young and not overly worried about the marijuana charges leveled against him. But, after being made out to be a drug dealer, he faces a five-year jail sentence in San Quentin State Prison. Physically frail and unaccustomed to his rough surroundings, Ron is primed to fall victim to sexual predators and bullying guards – that is, until he's befriended by Earl, a veteran inmate who finds meaning in protecting the vulnerable new kid.
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Animal Factory is a critically acclaimed 2000 crime drama directed by Steve Buscemi. The film received positive reviews from critics for its gritty portrayal of life in a maximum-security prison. While it did not receive any major awards, Animal Factory has developed a cult following and currently holds an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating strong audience reception.
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Animal Factory, the 2000 film directed by Steve Buscemi, offers a gritty and compelling exploration of the harsh realities of life in prison. With standout performances from Willem Dafoe and Edward Furlong, the film blends elements of crime and drama to create a thought-provoking character study that resonates with fans of Buscemi's distinctive directing style and realistic depictions of life on the margins.
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Animal Factory is a 2000 American independent neo-noir film directed by Steve Buscemi and starring Willem Dafoe, Edward Furlong, Danny Trejo, John Heard, Mickey Rourke, Tom Arnold, Seymour Cassel, Shell Galloway and Mark Boone, Jr. Set in San Quentin, the film is about life in prison. It is based on the novel of the same name by Eddie Bunker who plays the part of Buzzard in the film.
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