Anxieties of Auto Workers and Cultural Struggles

This chapter examines the anxieties faced by multi-generational auto workers as they navigate the reopening of a significant plant after a prolonged shutdown, highlighting the potential impacts of government tariffs on their future. It also juxtaposes the challenges faced by filmmakers in Syria, illustrating their struggle to convey narratives amidst war and societal changes while maintaining cultural identity. Overall, the chapter underscores the intertwining of economic uncertainties and creative expressions in two starkly different contexts.