Film Lens
The film examines the dynamics of labor and economic inequality through the lens of individual workers and employers. It presents a scenario where an employer explains the rationale behind hiring a worker at $20 an hour, emphasizing that the worker must produce more value than that amount. This sets the stage for a broader discussion about the perceived exploitation of workers who feel undercompensated for their contributions.
Additionally, the film shows stark statistics regarding wealth distribution, noting that billionaires gained $2.5 billion daily while the bottom half of humanity lost $500 million each day. This contrast illustrates the systemic issues within the current economic model, which benefits a small number of capital owners while negatively impacting workers and communities.
Why Watch
- •Find out why workers feel ripped off at the end of the day.
- •See the impact of wealth inequality on everyday people.
- •Meet a worker managing two full-time jobs.
Did You Know
•Billionaires' wealth increased by $2.5 billion a day last year.
•The bottom half of humanity lost $500 million a day last year.
•Top executives of major companies are among the highest paid globally.
•A worker in the film juggles two full-time jobs with 12-hour shifts.
Perfect For
Labor rights advocatesEconomics enthusiastsWorkers facing burnout