Shot over the course of three years, "Welcome to In Galera" is the documentary film that tells the story of the world's first restaurant opened within a prison facility.
Located at the Bollate Prison in Milan, the In Galera restaurant represents a concrete example of social reintegration for inmates. What makes it unique is not only the high-quality culinary experience it offers but especially the stories of those who work there. In Galera is a place where the lives of different incarcerated individuals intersect, each with their own experiences and perspectives.
For some inmates, working in the kitchen or serving in the restaurant means much more than having a temporary occupation. It is an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to keep up with professional industry standards, acquire new skills, and show their capacity to work as part of a team. In this sense, In Galera also represents a chance for redemption for those who have made mistakes in the past. However, the restaurant is not just a workplace for the inmates; it is also a way for the external community to engage with the prison reality in a new and different way. It becomes a bridge between the prison and the outside world, a place where social and cultural differences can be overcome through the sharing of a common passion: quality food. In summary, In Galera represents a project of great social value, capable of offering an opportunity for redemption to inmates and bringing the external community closer to the prison reality.