Serving Time
Life after Riker’s Island looks bleak for Frederick, a young man trying to make his way back into one of the most divided cities in the world, New York City. His attempts to find a job after years of incarceration lead to closed doors and unreturned phone calls. Without opportunities allowing for easier re-entry, the city’s recidivism rate is among the highest in the country.
Now, a Maple-themed food truck — inspired by Quebecois cuisine — employs men like Frederick, providing them a chance to break away from a cycle of poverty and crime. Overcoming the shame and recovering from a history of self-blame are just some of the challenges facing these men. Will a small group of people be able to change society’s understanding of the United States’ Criminal Justice system and break the stigma of incarceration through the universality of food?
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Sana MalikDirector
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Sean LilianiDirector
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Sana MalikProducer
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Sean LilianiProducer
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Project Type:Documentary
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Genres:Socio-political, Criminal Justice
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Completion Date:January 16, 2015
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Production Budget:1,000 USD
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Country of Origin:Canada
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Country of Filming:United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:Yes
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Student Project:No
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ReFrame Peterborough International Film FestivalPeterborough
January 30, 2016