An incredible look at an enlightened program in San Diego, California that attempted to deal with chronic criminality in the same way as one would deal with a chronic illness. Crossing both ends of the political system, this film shows that helping prisoners, rather than simply warehousing them, is the only sensible approach. Given that 40% of all prisoners cannot read at a 4th grade level, have no job skills, and have substance abuse problems, remediation becomes far more important than punishment. At a time when each the cost of each prisoner per year is over $50,000, preparing prisoners for a second chance saves money, while also reducing policing and court costs. Plus ex-cons become contributing members of the community and even tax payers, which makes the world both safer and better. This film is a must see!