Rich corporations see poor ppl as an opportunity to enrich themselves.

"Economics can be abusive if applied for profit only" . That was not written in any economics text book I studied at school.

It´s kind of chilling to see how this documentary was made in 2015 and instead of changing for the better the current situation in relation to fast fashion got so much worse...

This is heartbreaking. More people need to watch it.

As an immigrant from Bangladesh- I wonder if there is really any solution to this problem. The poverty back home is so dire that working in the garments factory is the best possible life a 'regular' woman can have. Their lives were worse, much worse before the garments factories came in. When we breed more than we can feed- the economy falls. I used to work as a physician whose job was to give certificates to underage girls as 'healthy adults' who needed the job to feed their families. Women are violently harassed, ra*p*ed, impregnated in those factory areas and those never made the news. The back alley place where I worked- those girls came to abort. I dressed as a male to make it to that clinic safely, changed into a white coat, and dressed back into male clothing on my way home to survive attack. As a physician - I earned $14/ day after a 12 hour shift, which was much higher than what these women made. But many physicians can't even make that. It's just a nightmare out there in the third world, and 'boycotting' those brands will starve them to death. Better wages is by means- is the only logical approach, even though that means having a little more money will lead the people in the third world to breed even more, hence they will remain poor forever.

Its important you guys bring back these documentaries, So many go unseen at time of release. Great Work , Thanks !!

This is slavery. You can cope as much as you want, say they can CHOOSE to not work, or at least their making money. Considering the profit generated, $2 dollars a day to risk your life is slavery. "Oh well they could starve" isn't an acceptable argument in the 21st century when we KNOW it's done simply so a handful of people can have more disposable income.

This truly made me think twice about how carelessly I purchase clothes without thinking how it was made, I’m most definitely woke now. No more over excessive spending on clothes

"I believe these clothes are produced by our blood". "I don't want anyone wearing anything which is produced by our blood". These words will haunt me each time I pick up a garment made by people like Shima. I only hope that people like her will have better working conditions and wages in the near future.

The lady who says it’s ok for them to be making clothes for Americans…. What a horrible person, they can and they’ll do it happily, if only basic safety and fair wages are put into place. This is heartbreaking

What a great documentary. I’ve been unsettled about the amount of anything and everything Americans consume. It hit me one day in a huge Target. I thought, why is there so much stuff. We don’t need all of this. After that, I noticed the amount of clothing each clothing store sells. It’s ridiculous. I am buying more fair trade clothes and home goods. I’m fortunate in my life that I can do that. It’s quite expensive but each and every fair trade purchase matters, big time. No human or animal should ever suffer for clothing, cosmetics, toiletries, etc. The fashion industry needs A LOT of changes. For the good of humanity and our earth.

I cried seeing the garment factory collapse victims.... I am a fashion designer/seamstress and it is so hard to put garments together... I really felt it.

Having worked at Saks 5th Avenue; I have learned that consumerism has no conscience..Price doesnt matter, nor the person who made it..Its a sad tale...If people only knew.

A woman of 23 but with the life experience of 10 women of 100 years in the Western world. My heart goes out to her... Such a hard and unfair life!

What a documentary! As a rising entrepreneur starting my own fashion brand, I am so happy I watched this before making a choice on clothing manufacturers. my heart goes out to Shima ❤️

This film made me cry and at the same time feel proud that I`ve never been a victim of consumerism, - I wear things until they fall apart, for decades, and I do look stylish I believe. This documentary is sooo different from the ones I`ve seen before - the music, array of opinions and views presented, quality and narration. Thank you so much for reminding me to be aware of how and where the clothes come from and for educating others ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Everyone needs to watch this and realise how many lives are compromised in the creation of fast fashion ......

The people at the top of this industry are only concerned about buying a bigger yacht or another vacation home, profits over people is their only goal, you would think that the people who put together this documentary would at least have the guts to tell the viewers the truth!

This is why I only buy clothes if I needed them n don’t care about fashion. I have some clothes which I have been wearing for more than 5 years. We need to save our planet 🌎

I really hope consumer behavior change drastically and quickly towards HANDMADE, LOCAL, ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY, & SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE.

Not so long ago, mid to late 2000s, there were numerous documentaries on sweatshops and big name brands like Nike getting embroiled in the scandal. Then it just died down, and fast fashion became even faster. We're on full speed ahead to our destruction and it feels like there's nothing we can do about it because the systems are too large and too rich to bring down. The only way is for the masses, the consumers to stop and fight against exploitation. Individual lifestyle changes alone will not make a dent in the colossal industry.

The story about the mother having to leave her daughter in the village so she can work is heartbreaking 💔how happy she was to see her own parents after a year…wow, how strong she is…truly admirable,we can be so spoilt 😔

not just clothing, this is every industry

I'm so happy they're still people like Shima willing to put themselves at risk to make change in their environment. I wish they didn't have to, but it truly makes me want to do something about it. This is beyond what I imagined is happening in the world 😓

This is one of the many reasons I buy my clothes second hand. My money goes to decent causes, And the clothing stays out of the landfills.

Never underestimate the power of greed, especially in yourself.

That's aweful heartpain to see that Bangladesh factory building collapse losing many poor souls

Seeing those black Friday people just sickens me. The greed is absolutely incredible. When covid first got here it was insane how much people were hoarding everything leaving nothing for other people. It's absolutely shameful. The past two years my husband and I have been living in a converted shuttle bus and I love it. We got rid of so many things and there's still so much more I want to get rid of because I simply don't need it. I'm not at all a minimalist. I love my clothes, purses, shoes, etc, but I realize I don't need to have 50 purses or 50 pairs of shoes. Because our space is now limited if we want to buy something new we have to choose something to get rid of. Even in this small space I still have a lot of clothes and more than I need with everything. My mom says she hates seeing me live this way, but I'm so happy. Our bus is beautiful. We bought an acre of land in a small desert town in Nevada and we have a beautiful view of the mountains and the desert landscape because we're fairly isolated and surrounded by a lot of land. I've lived in big cities my whole life and I've had my fill. I love living more simply now. I wish everyone could find happiness living a simpler life without feeling the need to hoard stuff they don't need.

The part of the video that really got to me was at the 40 min mark. The frenzy shopping at Macy's (?) and the women and children making the clothes and shoes and living a very hard life. Makes me really think about what I buy and the impact. It makes me appreciate the things I have and the life I have.

An evil world, full of evil people. Fortunately there's always good people with empathy and morals fighting these monsters.

That was powerful and very upsetting.

This was very eye opening. As a fashion student this was something I will continue to keep in mind as I go future in my career.

Brought me to tears to see what our corporate greed and obsession with looks and clothing has caused.

Why do people justify suffering? That lady talking about how they could be doing worse?.. that lady needs to spend a few days working in one and see just how poorly children and everyone in general gets treated.

Thank you to all the people who made this documentary possible and to those who shared their stories this won’t be forgotten I hope this will make an impact and open the eyes of many before it’s to late

Thank you for bringing this to light, it has definitely changed the way I think about clothing and I feel soo much compassion and honour for the women in Bangladeshi who work harder than I ever have. I hope better days come for them all!

Is no one going to talk about that psychopathic woman who was dismissive and practically complacent with the conditions the workers have to endure.

Makes me happy I never really cared about clothing all the much. I always hated how many humans will continue to buy a lot of clothing they don't really need.

Those brave women of Bangladesh who singlehandedly and literally through their blood, sweat, and tears lifted that country - away from one of the world's poorest, to the world's fastest growing. They deserve an economic medal, not humiliation. It's a shame that the parasitic 'democratic' government is not improving the condition of both workers and the educational system.

Coming from a third world country this made me cry 😢. Even though I don't buy brand new clothes often as I value second hand clothing, this made me realize my spending in clothes. My heart is breaking for some of us who are too poor to say no to this kind of work.

Another problem is that many people in the west also cannot afford much and they depend on buying cheap clothes

A lot of documentaries should be shown to schools! Great job Endevr!👏🙏

Don't know what to think, when I leave for work, there is a homeless camp that I pass every day. Now this documentary, raises questions...

everyone needs to teach their children about the material and to sew.

It’s because of greed. We in America, used to buy things that were made very well and lasted. And when they ripped or were worn, we repaired them, or used the items to make other items, like quilts, pillows, made worn adult clothing into children’s clothing. Now few people have the time or knowledge of how to make their own clothing or even do basic repairs like replacing a button. We have businesses, places that can do these things , alter clothing, do repairs, but it’s easier to throw the clothing away and buy new, it probably costs less to buy new than have the old repaired. And the quality of clothing has gone way down. It’s like they are deliberately designed to be disposable, from the fabrics , zippers, buttons chosen, to the way the clothing is contracted is designed to be disposable. If we had kept manufacturing in the US, then fast fashion couldn’t have developed. We have to pay American ( or workers in the western developed world) workers a fair wage , we can not treat pay them low wages, have them work in unsafe buildings like the developing countries do. But it was the sheer greed of business owners who weren’t satisfied with the profits being made using American workers, they saw how much more money they could make by taking manufacturing, to developing countries,taking advantage of them, and their lack of laws about working conditions, labor, unions and child labor. Like the one man said, squeezing the garment workers and factories again and again to keep getting their product made for lower and lower prices. It’s obvious so,erhing has to give! Those in the US that have to constantly have “new” clothing are also part of the problem. People have to be trendy, and ask “ what is trending now in clothing?” Personally I like clothing that is classic in design and natural materials. Clothing you can wear any time and it not be dated or people say “ oh that dress is dated, it looked like 1990’s fashion” . A classic look.

So informative and heart wrenching. Every consumer needs to watch this in order to make conscious buying decisions 🌿👕🖤💚

Funny how we put a price on priceless things.....no amount of clothes produced is as precious as Shima and her kid.....great documentary!

A great thanks to all the people who worked behind for this great work.

This is making me SOB 😭😭😭😭😭 this is why I am deciding to make my own handmade wardrobe !

*Friendly reminder to always look second hand first* 😊 And support your local seamstresses

This is one of the best documentaries I have seen so far. They classify that the clothes we wear are made from the blood of the people. I don't want to wear something made from the blood and this will now help me think more about how I spend my money on clothes now.

we vote for these companies with every dollar we spend! Stop buying fast fashion, support ethically sourced brands.

Life cycle analysis is really much needed for the fashion (clothing) industry.

Absolutely devastating that making clothes is these women's whole LIVES and just a small part of ours.

Esse documentário é extremamente importante, estou usando ele em minha aula de redação.

The best documentary I’ve seen so far on the topic. Thought provoking and hard hitting. Beautifully and sensitively put together Just shared it on Twitter. This needs to be seen. We need to have this honest conversation with ourselves and our friends. The token gestures we all make to ‘save the planet’ are hollow and empty when we happily purchase a garment for a few pounds. Recycling that garment at a charity shop is just a form of green washing. It’s obscene. It needs to stop!

It would be interesting if the CEO's of major corporations worked in these conditions.

I hope we can provide all workers good wages and SAFE conditions!! We need to show these companies that we care about the workers. I know i do. I'm grateful for what they make us. ❤

I have a sweat shirt that my dad gave me, that he wore in college. It is 90 years old. I still wear it. It’s cotton.

From time to time I often wonder if a child or adult made my clothes because I know they aren't paid much

"Clothes are fundamentally a part of what we wish to communicate about ourselves." In my experience the most fashionable people are some of the worst at doing family.

It should be mandatory that all the employees and managers/owners in the corporate offices of the companies using these garment factories should work a week in one of the factories, and live with the one of the workers families for that week.

Thank you for spreading this important information. Fantastic video 💛

Always the poorer you are the more you suffer in life

Thank you for sharing and making this film. Never knew anything about "True Cost" of fashion until watching this documentary as a homework assignment in Enviromental Biology Class. This is defintely opened my eyes to the ugly side of the fashion industry. As a result, I will be more careful about how I spend my money.

Wow.. such a powerful thought provoking video...its been so long i have seen a video like this.. first of all huge reapect for the team who gathered all info and made this video... i loved 😍 the intro so as the ending" the most "😍

I haven’t watched these types of Docs for a while, but for several years now I stopped buying clothes made in these countries. I just cannot in good conscience buy it knowing what is behind the production of this stuff 😞

this film was too good and enlightening. thank you for making this! for real!

YOU DONT NEED THAT MANY CLOTHES. Even fast fashion clothing can last 5+ years with proper care...

My country has suffered because of these clothing factories... globalism is terrible for humanity

There are many such documentaries - this is the best one

Excellent doc. All of us buy so many more clothes than we need.

Brilliant contrasts shown. Will make me think

You should see who makes your iphones

this documentary is really in another level.keep going

I’m so glad I watched this!!

Thanks KZfaq! A Levi’s advert while I’m watching a sweatshop documentary! Classy 👌

I came out of the trap of consumerism( If that's the word).Now I own less clothes. I constantly hand over the dress to others if I don't use it. And that too in a good condition.

Thank you for making this amazing video. Its such an eye opener. I am sure it will make many of us rethink , reconsider what we wear.

Thank you for this wonderful education .... We LEARN A LOT from this movie video ... I am sharing this to my KOREAN STUDENTS ...... again , Thank you ALL !

I avoid fast fashion at all costs, and 90% of my clothes are thrifted

The worst thing is that nothing has really changed at all since Rana Plaza. Money is worth more than lives in this world.

All these so called fashionistas and Instagram influencers, all these snobbish fashion designers should have a good look at this and at least AT LEAST apologize.

I have only purchased clothes at Goodwill and Thrift stores for over 11 years I don’t like capitalism after I learned what goes on behind the scenes in some of my college classes

The sheer number of clothes being made is absolutely frightening. It unnecessary for companies to producing that much, hope they find a smarter way

I am subscribed to Endevr. My eyes have been opened to so much. Keep up the good work.

I love how while watching this documentary Fashion/clothing commercial pops out!

Thank you for this great work.

This is depressing.

That’s why I didn’t buy so much clothes for my family. Thank you this video.

great documentary. very educational. realization after

thanks for this eye opening documentary

These folks would be proud of me, I wear the clothes they make until they fall off. My leathers were also made by them, and I didn't pay enough for them!

I buy used mostly. If not used, I look for quality and make it last.

Excellent. Thank you.

$10 a month, away from their family for endless hours a day in less than suitable working conditions. How is it that the industry isn’t fighting for human rights so the lives of the factory workers aren’t disposable like the products made? The cheaper the product the more disposable the human life becomes while sacrificing our environment. Very sad 😞 Thank you doing this documentary.

What these poor people in other countries will do without the clothing industry. We say things sitting in our airconditioned homes. I worked in a clothing factory when I came from India. You do whatever needs to be done to survive.

I buy what’s within my families budget, but I do try to limit how many times a year we shop. Not doing second hand when the stores near me are almost retail price, once in a while I’ll buy from a small business if they’re having a good sale. I can’t say I won’t shop at any of these stores, just that I won’t buy a ton of extra clothes I don’t need.

Changing my entire life after watching this 🙏🏽

God save this people from slavery 😢 God bring the Light to our hearts ❤ Clean the darkness