Questions to think about while you view the video clips:

  • How do roles influence our behavior?
  • What specific behaviors do you see that might be influenced by the role of prisoner or guard?
 

The Prisoners Rebel

The prisoners were brought to their "prison," stripped, searched, showered, dressed in prison outfits, and put in "cells." The guards were given guard uniforms, including night sticks.

 

Prisoner 8612 Freaks Out

Prisoner 8612, who had protested so loudly during the rebellion, decides that in order to get out, he will pretend to be crazy.

 

Prisoner 416 Resists

Prisoner 416 also decides to resist, this time by refusing to eat his food. You will hear him describing his experience.
 

Guard "John Wayne" Responds

One of the guards reacts by punishing the prisoners.

 

The Prisoners Turn on Prisoner 416

Prisoner 416 continues to resist. The guards try to enlist the other prisoners to turn on him.