Lock Up

In Lock Up (1989), Frank Leone, played by Sylvester Stallone, is a model prisoner weeks away from release after serving a minor sentence. However, Warden Drumgoole transfers him to a maximum-security prison out of personal vendetta. Frank endures harassment and abuse but refuses break, befriending fellow inmates along the way - until Drumgoole orchestrates the murder of one of them. Enraged, Frank attempts an escape but is betrayed, and an armed standoff ensues. In a twist, Frank reveals he tricked Drumgoole into confessing his plot, and both are arrested. A judicial inquiry clears Frank's name, decreeing he serves only his original sentence. The film ends with Frank reuniting happily outside prison with his girlfriend Melissa as the prisoners cheer on. This description highlights the central conflict of the movie, emphasizes the protagonist's relatable motivation and personality traits while touching on key supporting characters and plot points. It omits unnecessary details, maintaining brevity and engaging potential viewers.

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Lock Up was released in theaters on August 4, 1989.