Review of Dog Pound (2010) by Ollie W — 19 Jul 2011
Three teenage boys are sent to a youth correctional facility in Montana after each of them is convicted for various crimes. The three boys all come from different paths, Butch is head-strong and appears to know how the system among inmates in prison works.
Davis is a privileged upper/middle class pretty boy, and Angel, a small in stature but tough kid. As they arrive in prison they are quickly greeted by the harsh world which exists behind bars. The opening of the film shows each of the characters home, in their element a we witness them committing the crimes which would land them in jail.
Its a fun, inventive way to open the film and it works really well. Dog Pound is a violent, gritty prison film which attempts to show the harsh reality of all correctional facilities, even youth have on inmates and guards.
The three actors are all very convincing in their respective roles and its a well shot, well directed film. In terms of theme or purpose, its nothing incredibly new or inventive but its still a quality film.
Sorta reminded me of Alan Clarke's Scum.
This review of Dog Pound (2010) was written by Ollie W on 19 Jul 2011.
Dog Pound has generally received positive reviews.
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