Movie Description
What I Want My Words to Do to You
(2003)Overview
An inside look at a writing workshop led by playwright and activist Eve Ensler, consisting of 15 women, most of whom were convicted of murder. Through a series of exercises and discussions, the women delve into their pasts and explore the nature of their crimes and the extent of their own culpability. The film culminates in an emotionally charged prison performance of the women's writing by acclaimed actors Mary Alice, Glenn Close, Hazelle Goodman, Rosie Perez, and Marisa Tomei.
Featured Crew
- Director : Gary Sunshine,Madeleine Gavin,Judith Katz
- Writer : Gary Sunshine
- Editor : Madeleine Gavin
- Cast : Mary Alice,Glenn Close,V,Hazelle Goodman,Rosie Perez,Marisa Tomei,Kathy Boudin,Judith Clark
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleWhat I Want My Words to Do to You
Status Released
Release Information
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2003-12-16
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 18m
Homepagehttps://www.pbs.org/pov/films/whatiwant/
Production CompaniesBorrowed Light Productions
Genres
- Documentary





























