In 'The Quilters,' Men in a Missouri Prison Sew Gifts for Children
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At South Central Correctional Center in Missouri, inmates participate in a quilt-making project to create vibrant quilts for children in foster care or with disabilities. This initiative not only involves hours of stitching and cutting but also fosters a sense of community and creativity among the men. A documentary titled "The Quilters" on Netflix highlights their efforts, showcasing how art provides crucial emotional support and a sense of freedom, even in a dehumanizing environment.
In a room bigger than most at South Central Correctional Center in Licking, Missouri, a group of men has volunteered for a creative project that stretches beyond prison walls.
As one man shares in the trailer to the film, 'All the other guys don't even have a clue how we feel up here...This is what puts me on the outside. When I do this, I don't even be in here.'
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