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Jail Time Records (2026)
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Jail Time Records (2026)

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
June 6, 2026
Studio
Artists Equity
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
June 6, 2026
MPAA Rating
-
Duration
094 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
Artists Equity
Official Site
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Director
Dione Roach, Steve Happi
Producer
Dione Roach, Steve Happi, Giacomo Stucchi-Prinetti

Behind the prison walls of Uganda's notorious Luzira Maximum Security Prison, a remarkable story of resilience and redemption unfolds in this compelling documentary from directors Dione Roach and Steve Happi. The film follows the inmates of the prison's music recording studio, known as Jail Time Records, where incarcerated men and women find purpose and expression through hip-hop, reggae, and traditional African rhythms. As the prisoners grapple with the harsh realities of their sentences and the stigma of incarceration, they channel their pain, regret, and hope into powerful lyrics and performances that challenge the system that holds them. The documentary captures the raw talent and emotional depth of these artists, from aspiring rappers to seasoned musicians, all united by their desire to transform their lives behind bars. With unprecedented access to the prison and its inhabitants, Dione Roach and Steve Happi craft an intimate and thought-provoking portrait of the human spirit's capacity for creativity and change, exploring the tension between punishment and rehabilitation while celebrating the universal power of music to heal and connect.