"Even though their body is free, a lot of their mind is still institutionalized and that is something that will probably never go away." - Ronnine Bartley, Educator
Lawrence and Ronnine Bartley share their unconventional story of love and family in the shadow of America's incarceration system. What started as a childhood romance was shattered by a sudden tragedy that led to Lawrence's arrest and incarceration. Despite spending 27 years in prison, he and Ronnine's love endured. The Bartleys reflect on the challenges of building a family while one parent is incarcerated, as well as the unlikely moments of joy, from getting married in a visiting room, to taking their children trick-or-treating in prison cells.
Available December 21, 2025!