The Letter Room

In this poignant short film directed by Elvira Lind, Oscar Isaac stars as Richard, a kind-hearted corrections officer who is transferred to the prison’s letter room. As he becomes engrossed in the personal correspondence of inmates, Richard finds himself drawn into the lives of those he reads about, blurring the lines between his professional duties and personal empathy. The film explores themes of loneliness, connection, and the human condition within the confines of a prison setting. Notably, the film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.