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Bitter Money is a documentary directed by Wang Bing that focuses on the lives of migrant workers in Huzhou, China. The film follows two cousins who leave their rural homes to work in one of the city's over ten thousand clothing factories. It presents their daily lives, characterized by long hours, harsh working conditions, and minimal pay, while they reside in cramped dormitories.
The documentary captures the stark realities faced by these workers, including their struggles and aspirations for a better future. It premiered at the 73rd Venice Film Festival, where it received an award for best screenplay in the Orizzonti competition, emphasizing its critical perspective on labor issues in the garment industry.
Why Watch
- •See the harsh realities of Huzhou's clothing factories.
- •Meet the two cousins navigating tough working conditions.
- •Find out about the cramped living situations of migrant workers.
Did You Know
•Bitter Money premiered at the 73rd Venice Film Festival in 2016.
•The film has an 89% positive rating from 9 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
•It received a score of 75 out of 100 from 4 critics on Metacritic.
•The documentary has a runtime of 157 minutes.
Perfect For
Labor rights advocatesDocumentary enthusiastsChinese cinema fans