Captive Hearts

Captive Hearts

2014 · 77 min · ★ 7.0 · Documentary

The story of seven free women who remain captives in the name of love. In love with inmates, they live the limitations of the relationship and the hope of one day starting a family outside. The film addresses this universe through emotional confidences, letters lovingly decorated and a privileged access to the intimacy of the couples.

Directed by Joana Nin · Written by Joana Nin

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