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6.8 / 10(5 votes)IMDb19381h 12mFrance

Prison Without Bars

Prison sans barreaux

Topics:#romance

Synopsis

In a state correctional institute for teenage girls, Madame Appel, the superintendent, rules with an iron fist. The State appoints thirty-year-old Yvonne to evaluate the situation. The young woman is convinced that the girls should feel wanted rather than be constantly subdued and is accordingly determined to make Madame Appel change her methods of education.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Léonide Moguy
Screenplay & Story
Hans Wilhelm
Original Title
Prison sans barreaux
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 12m
Production Studios
Compagnie Internationale de Productions Cinématographiques (CIPRA)

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Léonide Moguy

Screenplay & Story

Hans Wilhelm, Léonide Moguy, Gina Kaus, Egon Eis, Otto Eis

Department Leadership Roster

Léonide Moguy

Director

Hans Wilhelm

Screenplay

Gina Kaus

Writer

Egon Eis

Writer

Otto Eis

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prison Without Bars

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Prison Without Bars about?

In a state correctional institute for teenage girls, Madame Appel, the superintendent, rules with an iron fist. The State appoints thirty-year-old Yvonne to evaluate the situation. The young woman is convinced that the girls should feel wanted rather than be constantly subdued and is accordingly determined to make Madame Appel change her methods of education.

Who directed Prison Without Bars?

Prison Without Bars was directed by Léonide Moguy.

Who stars in Prison Without Bars?

The principal cast of Prison Without Bars includes Corinne Luchaire, Annie Ducaux, Roger Duchesne, Ginette Leclerc, Marthe Mellot.

When was Prison Without Bars released and how long is it?

Prison Without Bars was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.