Netflix's 'Daughters' Documentary Explores Emotional Reunions Between Incarcerated Fathers and Their Daughters
The film, directed by Natalie Rae and Angela Patton, highlights the profound impact of father-daughter dances in prisons on families and communities.
- 'Daughters' follows four young girls and their incarcerated fathers as they prepare for a special father-daughter dance.
- The documentary showcases the emotional and social benefits of maintaining family connections during incarceration.
- The film highlights the efforts of the Girls for a Change organization in creating the father-daughter dance program.
- The documentary uses a mix of digital and 16mm film to capture intimate moments and the essence of Black girlhood.
- Since its inception, the program has contributed to a significant reduction in recidivism among participating fathers.