After Work (2023)

Plot

Kuwait's constitution guarantees every individual a job, leading to absurd scenarios where 20 people share one position. In South Korea, excessive work hours prompted a policy mandating computer shutdowns after hours. Meanwhile, Americans forfeit over 500 million vacation hours annually, with Amazon drivers pushing for unionization. As robots threaten to take over many jobs, the essence of work—a cornerstone of identity—faces a profound crisis. Swedish filmmaker Erik Gandini embarks on a global journey to dissect the evolving meaning of work in the 21st century, questioning its relevance and impact on our lives today.