Tutwiler
“Pregnancy and motherhood inside one of America's most notorious prisons.”
Synopsis
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.
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Tutwiler | Trailer | FRONTLINEOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-10-21
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elaine McMillion Sheldon
- Original Score
- François-Paul Aïche
- Original Title
- Tutwiler
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 34m
- Production Studios
- The Marshall Project
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elaine McMillion Sheldon
François-Paul Aïche
Elaine McMillion Sheldon, Nisa East, Lily Keber
Chad Ervin, Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Elaine McMillion Sheldon, Alysia Santo, Andrew Metz, Raney Aronson-Rath, Carla Borras
Department Leadership Roster
Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Producer
Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Director
Alysia Santo
Producer
Chad Ervin
Editor
Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Editor
Carla Borras
Producer
Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Director of Photography
Nisa East
Director of Photography
Lily Keber
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tutwiler
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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.
Who stars in Tutwiler?
The principal cast of Tutwiler includes Not specified.
When was Tutwiler released and how long is it?
Tutwiler was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Tutwiler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tutwiler was composed by François-Paul Aïche.