Straight Time offers a realistic depiction of the criminal underworld and a moving story about redemption and second chances.
It was directed by Ulu Grosbard and features a great supporting performance by Theresa Russell.
Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman stars in Straight Time as Max, a parolee who struggles to stay on the straight and narrow after being released from prison. He takes on a job, but his difficult situation tempts him to take up thieving again.
Hoffman’s gritty and revealing portrayal of Max, as well as the movie’ story that highlights the realities of what convicts face after release, during probation