5 Factories: Worker Control in Venezuela (2006): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2006, 5 Factories: Worker Control in Venezuela is a notable film directed by Dario Azzellini, running about 81 minutes.

What it’s about. 5 Factories provides a penetrating look at the Bolivarian socio-economic project designed to challenge the dominant neo-liberal development model. Since the election of Hugo Chávez in 1998, the Venezuelan government has implemented reforms to transform the nation into what Chávez and his supporters refer to as a form of democratic socialism. As a component of this economic transformation, the government has supported co-ownership initiatives in which workers’ councils play a key role in company management. 5 Factories provides a unique perspective on the Bolivarian experiment, examining the successes and challenges of five companies rejecting traditional ideas of industrial management.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, 5 Factories: Worker Control in Venezuela has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 5 Factories: Worker Control in Venezuela page.