Matewan
(1987)
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Synopsis
John Sayles wrote, directed and plays a preacher in this powerful re-creation of a West Virginia coal-miners strike in 1920. Chris Cooper stars with Mary McDonnell. A grim but inspiring drama featuring a standout turn by James Earl Jones as the principled leader of the black miners.
Directors
John Sayles, Peggy Rajski, Maggie Renzi, Jerry Silva, Haskell Wexler, John Sayles, Jerry Silva, Mason K. Daring
Production year
1987
Rating
PG-13
Studio
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Inc.
Runtime
130 minutes
Cast
John Sayles, Chris Cooper, James Earl Jones, Will Oldham, Mary McDonnell