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Rikers: What's Next Preview

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As the Mayor and Governor call for closing Rikers Island Jail, Bill Moyers returns with this powerhouse of a documentary that has been at the center of debate. Stay tuned for a followup conversation about what it will take to close this notorious jail.

RIKERS is a production of Schumann Media Center, Inc. and Brick City TV LLC in association with Public Square Media, Inc. Produced by Marc Levin and Mark Benjamin, with producer Rolake Bamgbose. Executive Producer, Judy Doctoroff O’Neill. Executive Editor, Bill Moyers.
Extras
As some call for closing Rikers Island Jail, Bill Moyers explores what choices we face.
Moyers reflects on the notorious record of the jail and the growing consensus to close it.
Bill Moyers describes his new documentary, "Rikers."
People formerly detained at New York City's notorious jail reveal what they experienced.
A discussion of the film RIKERS, the future of the jail complex, and planned reforms.
People formerly detained at New York City's notorious jail reveal what they experienced.