Migrant Dreams
Originally released in 2016. Migrant Dreams is a documentary film. directed by Min Sook Lee. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
When Umi and Dwipa left Indonesia to work in an Ontario greenhouse as part of Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, they hoped the jobs would provide the opportunity and income for a better life. They didn't expect that fixers and false promises would lead to deception and exploitation. Sadly, their story is not uncommon. Min Sook Lee continues to speak truth to power with her commitment to providing a voice to the silenced, fulfilling documentary's capacity as a powerful tool for social change.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Migrant Dreams about?
When Umi and Dwipa left Indonesia to work in an Ontario greenhouse as part of Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, they hoped the jobs would provide the opportunity and income for a better li...
Who directed Migrant Dreams?
Migrant Dreams was directed by Min Sook Lee.
How long is Migrant Dreams?
Migrant Dreams has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Migrant Dreams released?
Migrant Dreams was released on May 1, 2016 in theaters.