Scenes of Convict Life (1905)

At an island penal institution, new prisoners are brought in one-by-one, and introduced to the harsh realities of prison life. They are put in fetters, sent to perform hard physical labor, and treated brutally. One convict manages to cut through the bars on his cell window. He climbs out, steals a boat, and begins a desperate attempt to escape from the island.

Director: Ferdinand Zecca
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 8 min
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Production: Pathé Frères
Country: France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scenes of Convict Life about?
At an island penal institution, new prisoners are brought in one-by-one, and introduced to the harsh realities of prison life. They are put in fetters, sent to perform hard physical labor, and treated brutally. One convict manages to cut through the bars on his cell window. He climbs out, steals a boat, and begins a desperate attempt to escape from the island.
Who directed Scenes of Convict Life?
Scenes of Convict Life was directed by Ferdinand Zecca.
How long is Scenes of Convict Life?
Scenes of Convict Life has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
What genre is Scenes of Convict Life?
Scenes of Convict Life is a Drama film.
Where was Scenes of Convict Life produced?
Scenes of Convict Life was produced in France.