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Cass, Julia. Riot Act, There's Action at Holmesburg Prison as Hollywood Visits to Prepare for a Riot Scene in a Movie Starring Michelle Pfieffer and Robert Redford. Philadelphia Inquirer 9 Apr. 1995: M01

Holmesburg Prison is considered outdated by Philadelphians, but according to film advisor Bob Vazquez, it is deal for prison scenes in movies. Holmesburg Prison as well as East State Penitentiary are big draws for movie-makers to film such scenes in Philadelphia. By L. Pardue

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Rickey, Carrie. The Joint Was Jumpin: When Hollywood Met Holmesburg Stars, A Crew Plus Inmates as Extras. All Came Away With An Education. Philadelphia Inquirer 16 Apr. 1995: L01

Inmates at Holmesburg Prison were used as extras in filming a riot in Up Close and Personal. They reflect on new-found knowledge of film production and relate to Philadelphia native Glenn Plummer (who plays a supporting role in the film). By L. Pardue

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