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87 minGdocumentary

Synopsis

More than 1,000 days have passed since workers at Cort/Cortek Guitar began their struggle after the company's abrupt closure.

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Why Watch

  • Follow the Cort/Cortek Guitar workers' fight for justice.
  • See musicians unite for labor rights in Japan and the USA.
  • Meet guitar companies like Fender and Ibanez in solidarity.

Did You Know

  • The Cort/Cortek Guitar workers have been fighting for over 1,000 days.
  • Musicians performed for the workers to raise awareness of their situation.
  • The workers have visited international instrument expositions around the world.

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Labor rights activismMusic industry insightsGuitar enthusiasts
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long have the workers of Cort/Cortek Guitar been struggling since the company closed?

It has been more than 1,000 days since the workers began their struggle after the company abruptly closed down.

Which guitar companies did the workers meet while advocating for their rights?

The workers met with other guitar companies such as Fender and Ibanez who subcontract with Cort.

What method did the workers use to gain international support?

The workers achieved international solidarity through music by aligning with musicians in Japan and the USA.

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