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A24’sSing Singis a drama movie based on true events about a group of men enrolled in a prison theater program. The film has a powerful narrative of resilience, featuring performances by formerly incarcerated individuals. It authentically captures the struggles and triumphs of life within the prison system.
Sing Singwas initially released to theaters on August 09, 2025, and will be re-released in theaters on July 18, 2025. More importantly, it will also be released in prisons.
A24’s goal with the re-release seems to be more about spreading the message than trying to make more money. So, what is the real reason for the re-release? Let’s find out.
Sing Sing will be released in prisons and theaters alike
The decision to releaseSing Singin both prisons and theaters is a bold move by the producers. This is the first time a feature film is simultaneously being released in prisons and theaters.
Although the re-release is due its Oscar nomination in an attempt to create buzz and perhaps win the category, the film’s deeper purpose is sparking hope. Supporting this, an American legal reform activist and actor in the movie, Jon-Adrian JJ Velazquez said,
My journey through education and the arts gave me hope during my wrongful conviction, restoring my faith in humanity, sparking a culture of redemption during my incarceration. By providing access to the movie Sing Sing we can transform lives in ways beyond our imagination.
According toThe Hollywood Reporter, the movie will be accessible in over 1100 correctional facilities. This is made possible through collaborations with nonprofits like Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) and Edovo. These organizations use education and arts as tools for rehabilitation, aligning perfectly with the film’s core theme.
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Sing Sing’s simultaneous release in theaters and prisons sets a precedent for how storytelling can break barriers and foster change in unexpected places. Edovo’s founder and CEO Brian Hill said,
Storytelling has an incredible way of sparking hope and building connections, even in the toughest circumstances. With Sing Sing, we’re giving incarcerated individuals an opportunity to see themselves in a story of resilience and transformation, and to feel inspired to imagine new possibilities for their own lives.
The film highlights the potential of prison theater programs to instill resilience, creativity, and a sense of purpose. Since the cast includes formerly incarcerated performers, it proves how RTA and Edovo’s approach provides a better path to redemption.
The result of the collaboration between A24, RTA and Edovo
A24, RTA and Edovo each played an important role in the creation and release ofSing Singto the world including the incarcerated individuals. Each organization brought expertise and resources to ensure the film’s message reaches those who can connect with it most.
Through its theater programs, RTA has fostered personal growth, emotional healing, and a renewed sense of purpose for participants. Like Clarence Divine Eye Maclin and Jon-Adrian JJ Velazquez, many cast members in the movie are alumni of RTA programs.
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Edovo, on the other hand, uses technology to provide education and self-improvement resources to incarcerated individuals through tablets. It will now offer the movie as a part of its curriculum.
A24 and the filmmakers, Greg Kwedar and Clint Bentley paid everyone on the set the same wage includingColman Domingo. Along with that, everyone who was a part of the production team was also allotted equity in box office earnings.
The result of this collaboration is anincredible, touching drama that was tremendously touching and well-acted. The film grossed $2.9 million worldwide according toIMDband got Domingo nominated once for Screen Actors Guild Award and thrice for Independent Spirit Award. This collaboration paves the way for future initiatives that blend art, education, and rehabilitation.
Sing Singis streaming on Apple TV+.
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