Concrete & Cotton: Inside Georgia Prisons

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A Jonah Sanders Documentary

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Directed by Jonah Sanders

Directed by Tasmim Akter

Produced by Jonah Sanders

Produced by Tasmin Akter

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A 30-minute investigative documentary exposing the legacy, violence, and economic cost of incarceration in Georgia—and the urgent need for reform.

 

From the myth of Georgia as a penal colony to the modern-day realities of systemic abuse, overcrowding, and taxpayer burden, this film traces the roots of punishment in the South and the growing movement to transform it. Featuring firsthand accounts, historical context, and policy analysis, Concrete & Cotton challenges viewers to rethink justice, safety, and rehabilitation.

 

This documentary is produced for educational use and public awareness.

 

Featuring:

🎓 The Urban Law School, led by Jonah Sanders—committed to making Georgia’s prisons safer and more accountable

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Topics Covered:

* Georgia’s prison history and myth of penal origins

* Violence, gang control, and solitary confinement

* Economic impact on taxpayers and local communities

* Reform efforts and resistance

* Safety strategies and oversight

* Education and reentry programs for incarcerated individuals

 

📚 For classroom use, advocacy campaigns, and public education.

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