Jackson County Jail, 1976 – ★★★★

Watched at the New Beverly as a double bill with THE HOLY ROLLERS

Much less the women in prison movie than I thought it would be.  Strong performances and a tale of how women are treated. The only man who shows any kindness and respect is Tommy Lee Jones’s criminal character.  A great takedown of the culture at the time. Yvette Mimieux turns in an amazing performance.  

Definitely not a movie for everyone as the rape scene is a powerful dark scene.

source https://letterboxd.com/jballison/film/jackson-county-jail/