The Real Bangkok Hilton
Description
Dubbed the "Bangkok Hilton" by the West, Thailand's Bangkwang jail is one of the most notorious prisons in the world. Until now, the reality of life in Bangkwang has remained a secret. But after two years of negotiations between the BBC and Thai officials - and for the first time ever - television cameras were allowed inside.
Runtime
51 min
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Geography
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Date of Publication
2004
Database
Alexander Street
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