“THE STANFORD PRISON EXPERIMENT”

An experiment in 1971 in which a psychology professor recruited students to participate in a makeshift penal system is the basis for this film. It’s not easy viewing, but it’s hard to ignore. Starring Billy Crudup, Michael Angarano and Tye Sheridan. Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez. (Cary Darling, Fort Worth Star-Telegram) Rated R for strong language including abusive behavior, sexual references. At Landmark’s Midtown Art. 2 hours.