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Animal Factory (2000)

"On the inside the rules are brutal and the stakes are high."

6.320001h 34mEN
CrimeDrama

Directed by Steve Buscemi

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

October 13, 2000

Director

Steve Buscemi

Official Trailer

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Overview

Suburbanite Ron is spoiled, young and not overly worried about the marijuana charges leveled against him. But, after being made out to be a drug dealer, he faces a five-year jail sentence in San Quentin State Prison. Physically frail and unaccustomed to his rough surroundings, Ron is primed to fall ...

Cast

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe

Earl Copen

Edward Furlong

Edward Furlong

Ron Decker

Danny Trejo

Danny Trejo

Vito

Mark Boone Junior

Mark Boone Junior

Paul Adams

Seymour Cassel

Seymour Cassel

Lt. Seeman

Mickey Rourke

Mickey Rourke

Jan the Actress

Tom Arnold

Tom Arnold

Buck Rowan

John Heard

John Heard

James Decker

Chris Bauer

Chris Bauer

Bad Eye

Rockets Redglare

Rockets Redglare

Big Rand

Jake La Botz

Jake La Botz

Jesse

Mark Engelhardt

Mark Engelhardt

T.J.

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Animal Factory (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Suburbanite Ron is spoiled, young and not overly worried about the marijuana charges leveled against him. But, after being made out to be a drug dealer, he faces a five-year jail sentence in San Quentin State Prison. Physically frail and unaccustomed to his rough surroundings, Ron is primed to fall victim to sexual predators and bullying guards – that is, until he's befriended by Earl, a veteran inmate who finds meaning in protecting the vulnerable new kid.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Animal Factory. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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