Holding Still
Directed by Mary Trunk
Holding Still is a short documentary film about practicing meditation in Folsom Prison.
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- Official Website
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Overview
- Synopsis
The film Holding Still focuses on a diverse group of men speaking candidly about their years-long journey practicing Centering Prayer while serving time at Folsom Prison. They share their stories and wisdom with the intention of bringing this practice to other incarcerated men and women, knowing the power of the practice to heal trauma and transform toxic shame.
Through personal testimony, viewers will understand and more importantly emotionally connect with the experience of recovery each individual describes. These men share their deepest emotions and profound experiences.
- Stage
- finished
- Running time
- 20 minutes
Credits
- Mary Trunk ... Director, Producer
- Caren McCaleb ... Editor
- Roman Zenz ... Cinematographer
- Lucky Atkare ... Additional Camera
Production Details
- Years of Production
- 2020
Distribution Details
- Release year
- 2021
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