Barbed Wire Dolls is a 1975 women in prison film directed by Jesús Franco. The film stars Lina Romay as Maria da Guerra, a young woman who is sent to prison for killing her abusive and incestuous father. Once there, she is subjected to cruel and inhumane treatment at the hands of the sadistic wardress Thelma Diaz, played by Monica Swinn.
Maria soon finds solace in her fellow prisoners, including Bertha (played by Martine Stedil) and Rosario (played by Peggy Markoff), both of whom have their own troubles with the corrupt and violent prison system. Together, they plot to escape and seek refuge with the Regional Governor, who they believe will be sympathetic to their plight.
But their hopes are dashed when they discover that the Governor is actually part of the conspiracy that keeps the prison running, and that he has no intention of helping them. This leads to a tense and thrilling climax as Maria and her friends fight for their lives and their freedom.
Barbed Wire Dolls is known for its graphic violence, sexual content, and political message. It is often cited as one of the most influential women in prison films of all time, and has inspired countless imitators and homages over the years.