American Harvest is a documentary film that follows the lives of several migrant farmworkers in the United States. These workers travel from state to state, following the harvest seasons of various crops such as strawberries, apples, and tomatoes.
The film sheds light on the hardships and challenges that these farmworkers face, including long hours, low wages, and poor living conditions. It also explores the impact that these workers have on the American food system, as they are responsible for harvesting a significant portion of the country's produce.
Through interviews and footage of their daily lives, American Harvest humanizes these often overlooked workers and brings attention to the inequalities that exist within the agricultural industry. The film serves as a call to action to improve the working conditions and treatment of migrant farmworkers in the United States.