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Deep Dive: Homebound (2022)

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Homebound
Homebound follows Tari, who has spent 10 years working in Taiwan and longs to return home. The film captures her experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted her plans and exposed the lack of rights for migrant workers. It presents personal stories that illustrate the systemic issues faced by vulnerable workers like Tari. The documentary also touches on Tari's family relationships and the risks associated with working abroad. It reveals the traps she has fallen into while navigating her life as a domestic worker in Taiwan, shedding light on the wider effects of migration and labor rights.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Tari and her story of migration.
  • •Find out about migrant workers' rights.
  • •See the impact of Covid-19 on workers abroad.

Did You Know

•Tari has worked abroad in Taiwan for 10 years.
•The film has a duration of 17 minutes.
•The documentary is produced in Indonesia.

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Migrant worker rightsFamily dynamicsLabor issues