Overview
This documentary brings forth the nuances of the movement against the exploitation of sugarcane harvesting workers in South Gujarat. The film sheds light on the conditions that worked to generate a momentum among the sugarcane harvesters to demand their rights and entitlements from various stakeholders. Resulting which the sugar cooperative factories responded to the workers and raised the wages - a small victory in the larger struggle of the harvesters for their rights and entitlements. Watch this film to know how all migrant workers and contractors joined hands to demand their rights. This film is commissioned by CLRA (Centre for Labour Research and Action) with support from RLS South Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed A Bitter Struggle?
A Bitter Struggle was directed by Debarun Dutta.
Where was A Bitter Struggle produced?
It was produced by companies including Drishti Media, Arts & Human Rights, Centre for Labour Research & Action, Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung in India.
A Bitter Struggle Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of A Bitter Struggle wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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