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Harlan County U.S.A. (1977)

1977 • 1h 45m • Documentary • PG

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This film examines a pivotal moment in American labor history: the 1973 strike by coal miners at the Brookside Mine in Harlan County, Kentucky, owned by Eastover Mining Company. After the miners sought union representation, the company refused to negotiate with the United Mine Workers of America, leading to a difficult, year-long conflict. The documentary powerfully portrays the miners' fight against armed strikebreakers and company security, alongside the strong support of their families. Director Barbara Kopple provides historical context, highlighting the miners' long-standing struggles and the importance of the United Mine Workers in their fight for basic rights. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive and New York Women in Film & Television in 2004, this documentary remains a vital historical record.

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