On the Yard

On the Yard is a 1978 American drama film written by Malcolm Braly, directed by Raphael D. Silver and starring John Heard. It is based on Braly's novel of the same name. It is also Silver's directorial debut.[1]

On the Yard
Directed byRaphael D. Silver
Produced byJoan Micklin Silver
Screenplay byMalcolm Braly
Based onOn the Yard
by Malcolm Braly
StarringJohn Heard
Music byCharles Gross
CinematographyAlan Metzger
Edited byEvan A. Lottman
Distributed byMidwest Films
Release date
  • September 16, 1978 (1978-09-16) (Toronto)
Running time
102 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Plot

A convicted wife-murderer Juleson buys cigarettes on credit from top-dog Chilly, but finds his life at risk when he can’t pay him back on time, and refuses to collude with Captain Blake determined to nail Chilly. Meanwhile, Chillys’ right-hand man Red hopes the parole board will grant him early release, and an optimistic inmate Morris attempts to sew an escape-worthy hot air balloon.

Cast

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References

  1. Canby, Vincent (19 January 1979). "Film: 'On the Yard' Views Prison and Prisoners". The New York Times. Retrieved 21 March 2019.
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