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The Execution Machine: Texas Death Row

1997•1h 0m
Documentary

Explores the realities of death-row inmates inside Huntsville (Texas) Unit, a prison with the highest number of executions in 1997. Features interviews with prisoners, guards, officials, lawyers and victims' family members.

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Blowback Productions, HBO, HBO Documentary Films

Language

EN

Status

Released

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