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There is much to love about this far-too-short glimpse into the lives of these men and the good work they are doing in this world. I love how they recognize their past wrongs and take responsibility for them, and then turn around and work, every day, in this small quilting shop, away from the tough side of a maximum security prison, creating beautiful gifts for foster kids in whom they see something of themselves. I think they hope to give those kids some hope for their own futures so that those kids, starting out so far behind, don't end up where these inmates currently are. These men, while still struggling with the demons of their former selves, are meticulous and thoughtful about their fabric choices, and the quilt design and block layout, making sure that the corners are clean and there are no puckers, giving these kids the recognition and care that they will never know about and that those kids' families never did in order to atone and pay forward and to heal both themselves and those kids. They are not transformed into perfect humans, but they have been given a purpose and that purpose has made them want to be better members of society. And I think that is beautiful and the best outcome you can hope for.

The Quilters is a family-friendly, deeply humanistic documentary that explores the possibility of transformation in even the harshest environments and among those many might consider beyond redemption. It's an emotional, touching, and thought-provoking film that balances sincerity with subtle inspiration.

The direction is confident and sensitive, complemented by a strong screenplay, professional production values, and excellent editing. The cinematography is thoughtfully composed, and the film's score and audio design are particularly well-executed, enhancing the emotional weight of the narrative.

With its moderate pacing and well-balanced tone-both cool and compassionate-it remains engaging throughout. A unique and moving piece of filmmaking, The Quilters is not just well-made, but also essential viewing. I loved it.

8.5/10.

This film takes you to a slice of life you would never have thought existed. A group of men in a high security prison find fellowship and purpose through making BEAUTIFUL quilts for foster children. It is very intimate and it is hard not to get attached to the characters and to be awed by their skills, the pride they take in their work and the special, colorful community they have built inside a drab prison. Quilters is one of the most hopeful and inspiring stories I have ever heard. It is fantastic and I recommend it to anyone who likes quilting, anyone who likes stories of redemption and anyone who wants to be uplifted!

I loved this short, Quilters. Even though I don't know any of these men I was literally crying with pride for these guys. They should be proud of themselves they are putting good into the world. Ive been in situations myself where I relied on the charity of others and I can say receiving something you know someone out work, effort and care into really is heart warming. I know the kids receiving these quilts would be absolutely loving them. It was so touching too that weighted quilts were being made also for autistic children. Overall lovely documentary. Wish there were more episodes to watch, I would watch more.

'You've got to forgive yourself before you forgive others'.

You might think this is a piece of sentimental fluff, but when it's spoken by a man who's spent 40 years in prison, it carries weight and meaning.

Some prisoners coming together for a project is a familiar theme, but in this doc, you can feel how they express their soul through their creative vision. Like 'Chill' who has to act tough outside but makes beautiful butterfly quilts for little girls. He expresses the feminine part of his personality, acquired from his mom, through these quilts. I felt terrible for the man who took back a razor and fabric he was working on back to the cell. He could never see the full fruits of his vision.

Loved the documentary and the inmates. It gives hope for humanity.