A skeptical parole board and his own pride stand between a man and freedom.

Part 5 | Philly D.A | Episode 5 Independent Lens

Premiered May 11, 2021
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Part 5 | Philly D.A | Episode 5

Convicted of homicide as a teen, Joseph Chamberlain prays for forgiveness while dreaming of a reunion with the love of his life. For years, Philadelphia led the country in sentencing juveniles like Chamberlain to life in prison without parole. Now the D.A.’s office is seeking second chances, but a murder spike that has local media pointing fingers at Krasner threatens to halt their plans.

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