The Jungle (film)

*The Jungle* is a 2024 film adaptation of Upton Sinclair’s novel, depicting the harsh realities of early 20th-century immigrant workers in Chicago’s meatpacking industry. It follows Jurgis Rudkus and his family as they navigate exploitation, corruption, and unsafe working conditions, highlighting social injustices and economic struggles. The film aims to shed light on worker rights and corporate greed, combining compelling storytelling with historical insight. It offers a vivid, dramatized portrayal of the struggles faced by immigrant laborers, encouraging viewers to reflect on issues of labor rights, inequality, and social reform.