Imprisoned after a drug arrest and bitter from a life marred by tragedy, Joan Thomas wants nothing to do with the world around her. But when a nun with a tragic past invites Joan to ...
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| Ellen Burstyn | ... | Joan Thomas | |
| Laura Dern | ... | Sister Pauline Quinn | |
| LaTanya Richardson Jackson | ... | Melinda Donovan (as Latanya Richardson) | |
| Maria Herrera | ... | Leda Cervantes | |
| Lucinda Davis | ... | Eliza | |
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Lynne Adams | ||
| Tony Calabretta | ... | Kelly | |
| Kristin Fairlie | ... | Emily | |
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Eve Crawford | ... | Sister Katherine |
| Marium Carvell | ... | Eliza's Mother | |
| Walter Alza | ... | Tito | |
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Alison Darcy | ... | Miranda |
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Danette Mackay | ... | Emily's Mother (as Danette MacKay) |
| Tim Progosh | ... | Emily's Father | |
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Imprisoned after a drug arrest and bitter from a life marred by tragedy, Joan Thomas wants nothing to do with the world around her. But when a nun with a tragic past invites Joan to participate in an inmate rehabilitation program-training dogs to care for the handicapped-she experiences the freeing power of unconditional love for the first time. Based on the story of Sister Pauline Quinn. Written by Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
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there are many underrated movies out there, and 'Within These Walls' is one of them. despite a previous comment about 'homophobia' and giving this film one star, this is a rather good movie to watch. a dramatic portrayal of the inside of a women's prison and the character transformations that occur through an inmate rehab program, that trains dogs to assist the handicapped.truly an inspirational movie about the power of a bond between animal and human and how it can have an impact on the human soul and spirit. it's a strong movie, based on the life of Pauline Quinn, a nun who came from an abusive past, who found hope and purpose through the love of a dog. the strength and determination of Sister Pauline Quinn and the success of the dog training program, helped turn some inmates' lives around, a great achievement.