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200551 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A Decent Factory

200551 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

An Ethical and Environmental expert from Nokia inspects factories in China that produce goods for her company.

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An Ethical and Environmental expert from Nokia inspects factories in China that produce goods for her company.

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Cristiane Cardoso

Cristiane Cardosowriter

Nathalia Florentinocast

Dudu Pelizzari

Dudu Pelizzaricast

Rafael Sardãocast

Thais Melchiorcast

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An Ethical and Environmental expert from Nokia visits factories in China that produce goods for her company. She conducts inspections to assess working conditions and compliance with environmental standards. The film documents her observations and interactions with employees and management. It focuses on the challenges faced in maintaining ethical practices in manufacturing. The documentary presents a detailed look at operations within these facilities.

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