Bitter Money is a documentary film that follows the lives of a group of migrant workers in China who travel from rural villages to the city in search of better job opportunities. The film explores the harsh realities of their lives as they struggle to make ends meet in a competitive and unforgiving urban environment.
The director, Wang Bing, provides an intimate look at the daily struggles and sacrifices these workers make in order to support their families back home. Through candid interviews and observational footage, Bitter Money sheds light on the exploitation and abuse that many migrant workers face in their pursuit of a better life.
As the film unfolds, viewers are confronted with the stark contrast between the workers' hopes and dreams and the harsh realities of their existence. Bitter Money serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of economic development and the inequalities that persist in modern China.