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Inwood Library Film Screening “Riot In Cell Block 11” (1954)

Published: April 18, 2026; Author: Julia Sonrisa

 April 22, 2026    04:30 PM-06:30 PM EDT

Address: 4790 Broadway, New York, NY 10034, United States

Phone: +1 212-942-2445

Inwood Library Film Screening “Riot In Cell Block 11” (1954)

Experience a raw and groundbreaking piece of cinema with Riot in Cell Block 11 (1954), a gripping prison drama inspired by real events. Directed by Don Siegel, this film takes you inside a tense inmate uprising where prisoners demand humane conditions, forcing authorities into a high-stakes negotiation. Shot inside an actual penitentiary with the participation of real inmates, the film delivers an unfiltered look at justice, power, and human dignity. Stark, intense, and ahead of its time, this classic remains a powerful reflection on prison reform and social responsibility.

Time: 4:30-6:30 pm EST

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