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Purgatory

"Arrested 7,000 miles from home. Sentenced for a crime she didn’t commit."

October 12, 1988 1h 29m 3.7/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1988. Purgatory is a action/drama film. directed by Ami Artzi. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tanya Roberts, Julie Pop, and Hal Orlandini

Synopsis

Two Peace Corps volunteers in Africa are framed and put into an oppressive women's prison.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 12, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 3.7/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country South Africa Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • International Media Exchange
  • The Film Company
  • Kingsway Communications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Purgatory about?

Two Peace Corps volunteers in Africa are framed and put into an oppressive women's prison.

Who directed Purgatory?

Purgatory was directed by Ami Artzi.

How long is Purgatory?

Purgatory has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Purgatory released?

Purgatory was released on October 12, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Purgatory?

The main cast of Purgatory includes Tanya Roberts, Julie Pop, Hal Orlandini, Adrienne Pearce, Marie Human.