Marc Dorcel's work often takes place within the confines of prisons, where he films inmates, guards, and correctional facilities. This has led some critics to accuse Dorcel of perpetuating the notion of the "prison as spectacle," where the suffering and struggles of inmates are reduced to entertainment for the masses. For example, his documentary series "Prison" (2011) features inmates at a French correctional facility, showcasing their daily lives, conflicts, and emotional struggles. While Dorcel's intention may be to educate audiences about the realities of prison life, critics argue that such portrayals can be voyeuristic and dehumanizing.
