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Deep Dive: The Harvest (2017)

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The Harvest
The film centers on Gurwinder, a farm hand from Punjab, who has been working in Agro Pontino near Rome. He lives with the Sikh community in Latina province and faces harsh working conditions. The documentary contrasts his experience with Hardeep, a cultural mediator born and raised in Italy, who is navigating her family's immigrant past. Gurwinder's struggle includes resorting to methamphetamine and doping to cope with the demanding labor required to send money back to India. Through the lives of these two individuals, the film addresses themes of migrant labor, human rights, and the realities of the working class in Italy. It presents a stark view of the agricultural sector and the exploitation faced by migrant workers, emphasizing the personal toll of their circumstances.

Why Watch

  • Meet Gurwinder, a Punjabi farm worker in Italy.
  • Follow Hardeep, a cultural mediator navigating her roots.
  • Find out about the Sikh community in Latina province.

Did You Know

Gurwinder has been working in Agro Pontino for years.
Hardeep was born and raised in Italy, unlike many migrants.
Gurwinder takes methamphetamine to endure his work pace.

Perfect For

Migrant labor issuesItalian agricultureCultural mediation