El Contrato (2003)
This documentary from Min Sook Lee follows a poverty-stricken father from Central Mexico, along with several of his countrymen, as they make their annual migration to southern Ontario to pick tomatoes. For 8 months a year, the town's population absorbs 4,000 migrant workers who toil under conditions, and for wages, that no local would accept. Yet despite a fear of repercussions, the workers voice their desire for dignity and respect.
Released: Oct 18, 2003
Runtime: 51 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Stars: Maria del Mar
Crew: Min Sook Lee (Writer), David Patrick (Director of Photography), Karen King-Chigbo (Producer), Edgardo Moreno (Original Music Composer), Min Sook Lee (Director), Katharine Asals (Editor)