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 "The Quilters" is a short documentary about several inmates participating in a quilting program at the South Central Correctional Center, a Level 5 maximum-security prison. The men tell us the entire process of their creations, which they donate to children in foster homes. It's a moving glimpse into a charitable endeavor that's as important as it is endearing. They spend eight hours, five days a week, in the special area where they create the quilts. You can see how this positively affects them, giving them a sense of purpose. Some, like Fred, Chill, and Ricky, talk about their years in prison, and it's clear how this program has transformed them. It helps them develop empathy, reflect on their actions, and free themselves from their "demons." Director: Jenifer McShane Some, like Ricky, have been there since they were young and were sentenced to life in prison. He entered the center at age 20 and is now over 60. The way he speaks of remorse and the los...