Film Lens
The documentary focuses on the lives of migrant workers in China, particularly highlighting the experiences of individuals like Cun, who moved from rural areas to cities like Shanghai in search of better opportunities. It discusses the challenges they face, including low wages, harsh working conditions, and the emotional toll of being separated from their families. Cun, who works for $5 a day, represents many who leave their homes with hopes of providing a better future for their children, despite the risks involved in their migration.
The film also addresses the systemic issues surrounding migrant labor in China, including discrimination and legal restrictions that prevent rural workers from integrating into urban life. It features insights from Marong, a lawyer advocating for workers' rights, who points out the mistreatment and lack of value placed on these individuals by society. The documentary captures the stark contrast between the economic growth of cities and the struggles of those who contribute to that growth but remain marginalized.
Why Watch
- •Meet Cun, a migrant worker striving for a better life.
- •Find out how the law restricts rural workers in cities.
- •See the emotional impact of family separation on workers.
- •Learn about the discrimination faced by migrant laborers.
Did You Know
•Over 100 million people have moved from rural areas to cities in China.
•Cun works 7 days a week for only $5 a day.
•Migrant workers in China can face imprisonment for moving to cities without permission.
•Cun and his wife meet only once a year to see their child.
•There are between 100 to 200 million migrant workers in China.
Perfect For
Labor rights advocatesUrban migration studiesSocial justice enthusiastsChinese economic development