Documentary
France,Canada
The Gig Is Up is a documentary film that explores the realities of the so-called gig economy, in which people can find short-term work online for companies like Uber, Amazon, and Deliveroo. The film features interviews with workers from around the world who have participated in this new way of making a living. It uncovers the real costs of this platform economy, highlighting the challenges and dangers that come with being a worker in this industry.
The film reveals that while workers are often attracted to the gig economy because of the promise of flexibility and control, they are often left exposed to the whims of the companies they work for. Pay can vary widely and without notice, and workers can be deactivated or fired based on ratings or other arbitrary factors.
The Gig Is Up features interviews with gig workers from different countries and sectors, including a driver for Uber in Brazil, a delivery worker for Deliveroo in the UK, and a content moderator for Facebook in the Philippines. Each story highlights the challenges and risks that come with working in the gig economy, including low pay, lack of job security, and inadequate safety protections.
The film raises important questions about the future of work in the digital age, and whether the gig economy truly represents a flexible and empowering option for workers. It challenges viewers to think critically about the promises and pitfalls of this new kind of work, and to consider the ways in which technology is shaping the lives and livelihoods of millions of people around the world.
