In the Land of Machines (2025)
• May 9th, 2025 • 1h 32min
Documentary
Overview
Every year, many Asian workers arrive in South Korea with dreams of prosperity, only to face exploitation in what is known as the 'City of Machines.' This documentary follows three Nepali workers as they endure harsh realities while reclaiming their dignity through poetry.
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