Action,Crime,Drama,Mystery
United States of America
Felon is a 2008 American crime drama film directed by Ric Roman Waugh and starring Stephen Dorff, Val Kilmer, and Harold Perrineau. The film tells the story of Wade Porter (Dorff), a family man who is convicted of killing an intruder who broke into his home. Due to mandatory sentencing laws in California, Wade is sent to prison for three years.
Once inside the violent penal system, Wade must learn to adapt to the brutal realities of life behind bars. He is initially befriended by a fellow inmate named John Smith (Kilmer), who teaches him how to survive in prison. However, Wade soon finds himself caught between rival gangs, and he is forced to choose between loyalty and self-preservation.
As Wade's relationships with his family and friends deteriorate, he becomes increasingly desperate to survive. He is eventually released from prison, but he must confront the consequences of his actions and the damage that has been done to his life.
Felon explores themes of justice, redemption, and the impact of the criminal justice system on individuals and families. It received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances of the cast and the film's realistic depiction of life in prison.
