A thousand miners in Forbach, France, protested in October 1995 against a reform that threatened their labor rights during one of the most violent strikes in recent history.
Synopsis
A thousand miners in Forbach, France, protested in October 1995 against a reform that threatened their labor rights during one of the most violent strikes in recent history.
Synopsis
In October 1995, miners in Forbach, France, confront a proposed reform that threatens their rights. About a thousand workers take to the streets, engaging in fierce protests against the changes. The documentary features interviews with miners like Jérôme Erhart and François Ladsous, along with archival footage from the strike. Even two decades after the mines closed, the struggle for labor rights continues to resonate in the community. The film captures the ongoing socio-economic challenges faced by these workers.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the 1995 miners' strike in Forbach, France.
- Meet miners fighting for their rights against industrial decline.
- Find out about labor rights issues that persist today.
Did You Know
- The strike in Forbach involved around 1,000 miners in October 1995.
- The documentary was directed by Hervé Roesch and released in 2020.
- The film has a duration of 94 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did the strike in Forbach occur?
The strike in Forbach occurred in October 1995.
How many miners participated in the Forbach strike?
Approximately a thousand miners participated in the Forbach strike.
Who directed the documentary 'Strike or Die'?
The documentary 'Strike or Die' was directed by Hervé Roesch.
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