Witch Hunt (2008)
Some convictions are criminal
Executive Producer Sean Penn presents "Witch Hunt," a gripping indictment of the American justice system told through the lens of one small town. Voters in Bakersfield, California elected a tough on crime district attorney into office for more than 25 years. During his tenure he convicted dozens of innocent working class moms and dads. They went to prison, some for decades, before being exonerated. He remains in office today. This story on a micro level mirrors what the US has experienced over the last eight years. When power is allowed to exist without oversight civil rights are in jeopardy.
Director: Don Hardy Jr., Dana Nachman
Genre: Documentary, Crime
Runtime: 91 min
Release Date: September 7, 2008
Cast
- Sean Penn - Himself (Narrator)
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
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More Films by Director: Don Hardy Jr., Dana Nachman
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Crime
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Witch Hunt about?
- Executive Producer Sean Penn presents "Witch Hunt," a gripping indictment of the American justice system told through the lens of one small town. Voters in Bakersfield, California elected a tough on crime district attorney into office for more than 25 years. During his tenure he convicted dozens of innocent working class moms and dads. They went to prison, some for decades, before being exonerated. He remains in office today. This story on a micro level mirrors what the US has experienced over the last eight years. When power is allowed to exist without oversight civil rights are in jeopardy.
- Who directed Witch Hunt?
- Witch Hunt was directed by Don Hardy Jr., Dana Nachman.
- Who stars in Witch Hunt?
- Witch Hunt stars Sean Penn.
- How long is Witch Hunt?
- Witch Hunt has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
- What genre is Witch Hunt?
- Witch Hunt is a Documentary, Crime film.
- Where was Witch Hunt produced?
- Witch Hunt was produced in United States of America.