Matewan
(1987)|
Well-intentioned labor leader Joe Kenehan (Chris Cooper) arrives in Matewan, W. Va., to unionize the the coal mine workers. But his efforts to organize the coal company workers spark one of the most violent incidents in the history of the 1920-21 Coal Wars. Tensions grow between the minors and the company men, igniting a powder keg of racial hostility, corruption and betrayal. John Sayles directs; James Earl Jones also stars.
Starring: Chris Cooper, James Earl Jones
Director: John Sayles Genre: Drama Format: DVD Language: English Awards: Academy Award® Nominee ...  Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
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