Papillon (2017)

This film follows the harrowing journey of a safecracker from Paris, wrongfully convicted of murder and sent to a notorious penal colony in French Guiana. There, he forms an unlikely alliance with a counterfeiter to plot their escape. Their quest for freedom is fraught with challenges, betrayal, and the harsh realities of life in captivity. This gripping story of resilience and friendship is recommended for its powerful performances and intense narrative.