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Main Topic:
The video explores the living conditions and history of “Cartlandia,” a slum in Tijuana, Mexico, focusing on its origins, the lives of its residents (including deportees and Amazon employees), and the impact of globalization and economic policies on the area.
Key Points:
- Origins of Cartlandia: The slum began in the 1950s as a settlement for Mexican workers drawn to Tijuana by American factories built after the devaluation of the peso. This was a result of the Breton Woods Conference and the establishment of the IMF, which allowed the US to artificially devalue other countries’ currencies.
- Deportation and Cartlandia: Increased deportations, particularly after the Immigration Reform and Control Act in 1986, led to a new wave of residents in Cartlandia. Many residents are deportees who have nowhere else to go.
- Living Conditions: Cartlandia is characterized by makeshift homes built from cardboard and scrap materials. Residents face challenges related to security, lack of reliable water and electricity, and slow police response times.
- Amazon’s Impact: The opening of an Amazon fulfillment center nearby initially brought jobs to the community. However, a photograph highlighting the juxtaposition of the modern warehouse and the impoverished slum generated negative publicity, leading to the removal of Amazon’s logo and, some believe, the eventual closure of the facility.
- Resilience and Resourcefulness: Despite the hardships, residents of Cartlandia demonstrate resilience by finding ways to make a living, including manufacturing clothes, working remotely for American companies, and utilizing available infrastructure like the electrical grid and water filtration system.
Highlights:
- Interview with a deportee named Hector, who shares his personal story of being raised in the US and then deported.
- Discussion of the historical context of Cartlandia’s formation, linking it to post-war economic policies and globalization.
- Exploration of the irony of Amazon’s presence next to the slum and the subsequent PR fallout.
- Showcasing the community’s efforts to build infrastructure and create a sense of normalcy despite the challenging environment.
About Channel:
Directed, produced, filmed, edited, and created by Andrew Callaghan
From the crew that brought you All Gas No Brakes, we are so excited to have you back to witness the genesis of Channel 5 – a completely independent, digital journalism experience brought to you by Andrew Callaghan.