Mothers of Bedford (2011)

Is it possible to become a better mother while serving time in a maximum security prison?

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Eighty percent of women in US prisons today are mothers of school-age children. Filmmaker Jenifer McShane spent four years visiting Bedford Hills and following the women and their families. A mother herself, Jenifer was drawn to the universal themes of motherhood and the staggering power of the mother-child relationship. In all walks of life, mother and child care for each other. As we watch the mothers inside Bedford trying to become their better selves, we see parts of our own selves - and that gives us all hope.

Director: Jenifer McShane
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 98 min
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Editing: Toby Shimin
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mothers of Bedford about?
Eighty percent of women in US prisons today are mothers of school-age children. Filmmaker Jenifer McShane spent four years visiting Bedford Hills and following the women and their families. A mother herself, Jenifer was drawn to the universal themes of motherhood and the staggering power of the mother-child relationship. In all walks of life, mother and child care for each other. As we watch the mothers inside Bedford trying to become their better selves, we see parts of our own selves - and that gives us all hope.
Who directed Mothers of Bedford?
Mothers of Bedford was directed by Jenifer McShane.
How long is Mothers of Bedford?
Mothers of Bedford has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
What genre is Mothers of Bedford?
Mothers of Bedford is a Documentary film.
Where was Mothers of Bedford produced?
Mothers of Bedford was produced in United States of America.