Harlan County U.S.A. (1976)★ 8.2/10
- Documentary
Directed by: Barbara Kopple
The 1973 Harlan County miners’ strike turns violent as workers demand union recognition. Barbara Kopple captures their struggle and history.
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John L. LewisSelf - Pres., UMW, 1920-1960 (archiveFootage)
Carl HornSelf - Pres., Duke Power Co.Norman YarboroughSelf - Pres., Eastover Mining Co. (Owned by Duke Power)Logan PattersonSelf - Chief NegotiatorHouston ElmoreSelf - UMW OrganizerPhil SparksSelf - UMW StaffJohn CorcoranSelf - Pres., Consolidated CoalJohn O'LearySelf - Former Dir., Bureau of MinesDonald RasmussenSelf - Black Ling Clinic., W. VaHawley Wells Jr.SelfW.A. 'Tony' BoyleSelf - Pres., UMW, 1962-1972 (archiveFootage)Joseph YablonskiSelf (archiveFootage)Videos
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Awards · 1 wins, 0 nominations
See all ›- WinnerAcademy Awards, USA 1977Oscar · Best Documentary, Features
