2,300 Miles to Work
Synopsis
Twice a week, a train packed with migrants leaves Dushanbe, Tajikistan, traveling four days to Moscow in search of work.
Synopsis
Abdullo, a young man from rural Tajikistan, prepares for his fourth trip to Russia. He boards a train in Dushanbe, which takes four days to reach Moscow. Along the way, Abdullo and fellow migrants endure border inspections and police intimidation. In Moscow, they seek work, often living in temporary housing while earning around $500 a month. The film depicts the struggles faced by these workers as they navigate their precarious lives away from home.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Oyat and Abdullo as they navigate tough choices.
- See the harsh realities of train travel for migrants.
- Find out how migrants cope with pressure from authorities.
Did You Know
- A train packed with migrants leaves Dushanbe twice a week.
- More than 50% of the Tajik economy relies on money sent home.
- Abdullo's fourth trip to Russia means leaving his wife and baby behind.
- Migrants can make as little as $500 a month in Moscow.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the train journey from Dushanbe to Moscow take?
The train journey from Dushanbe to Moscow takes four days.
What percentage of the Tajik economy relies on money sent home by migrants?
At times, more than 50% of the Tajik economy relies on money sent home.
How much do workers in Moscow typically make per month?
If they are lucky, workers in Moscow make $500 a month.
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