Netflix's 'Daughters' Explores the Emotional Impact of Father-Daughter Bonds in Prison

The documentary follows incarcerated fathers and their daughters as they prepare for a rare reunion at a dance, highlighting the challenges and emotional toll of separation.

The film captures the preparation and anticipation leading up to a father-daughter dance in a Washington, D.C. prison.
Fathers complete a 10-week fatherhood coaching program to participate in the event.
The documentary focuses on the emotional experiences of four girls and their fathers, avoiding discussion of the fathers' crimes.
Directors Natalie Rae and Angela Patton aimed to humanize the incarcerated men and showcase the strain on family relationships.
The documentary underscores the potential for such programs to reduce recidivism and strengthen family bonds.