Prisoner by Choice: The Frankie San Story is a poignant documentary that provides an in- depth exploration of the extraordinary life of Frankie San, an immigrant from Japan who fought in World War II and later became an American citizen. The documentary delves into Frankie San’s remarkable journey, from his arrival in Am erica overlooking Alcatraz to his unexpected path towards serving in one of America’s most dangerous prisons, CCI in Columbia, South Carolina.

The documentary delves into Frankie San’s early life in Japan, his experiences as a soldier during World War II, and his decision to immigrate to the United States to attend Southern seminary. It sheds light on the challenges he faced as an immigrant, and how he ultimately found his purpose in ministering to the least of these in the South Carolina prison system.