At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Moroccan director Laïla Marrakchi presents 'Les Fraises' in the Un Certain Regard section. The film addresses the exploitation of Moroccan women working as seasonal laborers in Spanish strawberry fields, a topic that has drawn international attention to labor rights in agriculture.
According to verified reports, the film is based on real cases of abuse reported by migrant workers in Huelva, Spain, a region known for strawberry production. Investigations by Spanish authorities and NGOs have documented instances of poor working conditions, low wages, and violations of labor laws affecting thousands of Moroccan women.
Marrakchi, known for her previous work 'Rock the Casbah', uses a dramatic narrative to highlight systemic issues. The film's premiere at Cannes has sparked discussions about ethical supply chains and migrant worker protections in Europe.
As of May 2026, no official statements from Spanish agricultural associations or Moroccan consular services regarding the film's specific allegations have been released. The film is expected to be released in theaters later this year.
