40 Years a Prisoner

This film documents the contentious 1978 police operation in Philadelphia against the radical environmental group MOVE, and the subsequent long-term struggle of a son to secure his parents’ release. By utilizing firsthand testimonies and historical footage, the film captures the rising tensions that culminated in the disputed clash between law enforcement and MOVE members. It sheds light on a city’s struggle with racial discord and police violence, issues that resonate with today’s societal challenges.