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Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story

1980·Show
2Episodes in1Season
IMDb7.0

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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, crime, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

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About

Fact-based story of the lives and attempted 1946 escape of several inmates in the famous correctional facility. Young inmate Clarence Carnes masterminds a grand escape involving several inmates who have nothing to lose, serving life sentences.
Prison DramaTrue CrimeHistorical EscapePsychological ThrillerIntense TensionSurvival StoryGritty RealismBiographical

Crew

Directed by:
Paul Krasny
Produced by:
James H. Brown

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 2 episodes of about 96 minutes each.

Is Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story air?

It ran from 1980 to 1980 and has ended.

What language is Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.