Scavenging in Istanbul

The video follows a junk collector in Istanbul who collects recyclable materials from the streets. After moving from southeast Turkey, he tried various jobs before becoming self-employed. He walks up to 20 kilometers daily, collecting items to sort and store with his brother. The collected materials are sent to a factory, and his earnings depend on the weight of the recyclables. Despite the hard work, he takes pride in his independence and the income he generates.

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