Tutwiler (2019)

Pregnancy and motherhood inside one of America's most notorious prisons.

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In this unique portrait of motherhood, women who give birth while incarcerated at one of America's most notorious prisons struggle to stay connected with their children on the outside. The mothers turn to a group of doulas for support through pregnancy, labor and separation from their newborns; and they help each other cope with loss and guilt. This rare, intimate look behind the walls of a women's prison raises questions about how our nation is handling the growing crisis of incarcerated mothers-and the children who must start their lives without them.

Director: Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 34 min
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Music: François-Paul Aïche
Cinematography: Elaine McMillion Sheldon, Nisa East
Editing: Elaine McMillion Sheldon, Chad Ervin
Production: The Marshall Project
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tutwiler about?
In this unique portrait of motherhood, women who give birth while incarcerated at one of America's most notorious prisons struggle to stay connected with their children on the outside. The mothers turn to a group of doulas for support through pregnancy, labor and separation from their newborns; and they help each other cope with loss and guilt. This rare, intimate look behind the walls of a women's prison raises questions about how our nation is handling the growing crisis of incarcerated mothers-and the children who must start their lives without them.
Who directed Tutwiler?
Tutwiler was directed by Elaine McMillion Sheldon.
How long is Tutwiler?
Tutwiler has a runtime of 34m (34 minutes).
What genre is Tutwiler?
Tutwiler is a Documentary film.
Where was Tutwiler produced?
Tutwiler was produced in United States of America.