In a bold psychological experiment, a group of 26 men is recruited to participate in a study that simulates life in a prison. The participants are assigned roles as guards and prisoners, and they are promised generous financial compensation for their involvement. At first, it all seems like a fun game. But as the days go by, tensions rise, and the dynamics of power unfold in unsettling and surprising ways. The "guards," armed with complete control, begin to abuse their authority, while the "prisoners" experience a drastic shift in their behavior, trapped in a cycle of humiliation and despair.
As the experiment progresses, what started as a simple psychological test evolves into a disturbing study of human nature. The line between reality and performance blurs, and the participants find themselves caught in a dangerous game that challenges their morality and sense of identity. What was supposed to be a two-week experiment transforms into a chaotic and brutal experience, pushing them to the limits of their mental and emotional capacities.
With a bleak tone and unsettling perspectives on the psychology of power, this film is an intense exploration of how environment and pressure can shape human behavior, leading individuals to question how far they are willing to go in the name of authority and survival. The tension escalates, and the consequences become irreversible, leaving all involved with emotional scars that endure long after the experiment concludes.