Overview
This documentary looks at the microchip, an American invention exploited by the Japanese that caused a second industrial revolution. The devastating effect on millions of human lives is related through interviews with some of the newly jobless in Hamilton, Ontario. Using the example of Japan for contrast, host James Laxer demonstrates that the cost of technological advances need not be so high if their effects are foreseen and planned for. Part 2 of the series Reckoning: The Political Economy of Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Shift Change?
Shift Change was directed by Jefferson Lewis.
Where was Shift Change produced?
It was produced by companies including ONF | NFB in Canada.
Shift Change Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Shift Change 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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Reckoning: The Political Economy of Canada
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