El Contrato(2003)
Migrant Mexican workers in Canada
El Contrato Synopsis
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.
El Contrato (2003) is a documentary film directed by Min Sook Lee, released on October 18, 2003 with a runtime of 51m. It stars Maria del Mar.
- Director:
- Min Sook Lee
- Writers:
- Min Sook Lee
- Producers:
- Karen King-Chigbo, Silva Basmajian
- Cinematographer:
- David Patrick
- Composer:
- Edgardo Moreno
- Status:
- Released
El Contrato Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Min Sook Lee, written by Min Sook Lee, produced by Karen King-Chigbo and Silva Basmajian.
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El Contrato – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in El Contrato?
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The main cast of El Contrato (2003) includes Maria del Mar. The film was directed by Min Sook Lee. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was El Contrato released?
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El Contrato was released on October 18, 2003 and runs for 51m.