The Price of Cheap
“Uncover the hidden lives of the modern slaves who make our clothes. Follow their fight for justice against corruption, inequality and the fashion industry.”
Synopsis
The Price of Cheap tells the stories of modern slaves in textiles manufacturing supply chains and the brave individuals fighting on the ground against immeasurable odds to help them. We follow a man named Joseph Raj, who runs an organization called T.E.S.T. (Trust for Education and Social Transformation) in Tamil Nadu, India as he goes on raids to rescue underage children from unsafe and labour intensive factories. We hear from the survivors he has helped rescue, hear of their horrific experiences, and desire for education and change. Academics and social justice workers weigh in on why the issue of forced labour persists.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Uruvatti International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barry Stevens
- Original Title
- The Price of Cheap
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Release Date
- 10/03/2021
- Spoken Languages
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- White Pine Pictures, Wishing Step Pictures, Filmoption
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barry Stevens
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Stevens
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Price of Cheap.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Price of Cheap
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What is The Price of Cheap about?
The Price of Cheap tells the stories of modern slaves in textiles manufacturing supply chains and the brave individuals fighting on the ground against immeasurable odds to help them. We follow a man named Joseph Raj, who runs an organization called T.E.S.T. (Trust for Education and Social Transformation) in Tamil Nadu, India as he goes on raids to rescue underage children from unsafe and labour intensive factories. We hear from the survivors he has helped rescue, hear of their horrific experiences, and desire for education and change. Academics and social justice workers weigh in on why the issue of forced labour persists.
Who directed The Price of Cheap?
The Price of Cheap was directed by Barry Stevens.
Who stars in The Price of Cheap?
The principal cast of The Price of Cheap includes Not specified.
When was The Price of Cheap released and how long is it?
The Price of Cheap was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.