Synopsis

"Stickup Kid," a FRONTLINE digital exclusive, chronicles the life of Alonza Thomas, who was incarcerated in an adult prison in California at the age of sixteen, and explores the profound and lasting effects of more than a decade spent behind bars. The film delves into the experiences of young offenders, examining the consequences of prematurely imposing adult sanctions. It raises critical questions about justice, rehabilitation, and the long-term impact of incarceration on developing mi