directed by: John Sayles, year: 1987
actors: Chris Cooper, James Earl Jones, Mary McDonnell, Will Oldham

Matewan is a drama film set in 1920, depicting the struggles of coal miners in Matewan, West Virginia, who attempt to unionize in the face of adversity and exploitation by the coal company. The film explores themes of solidarity, justice, and the fight for workers' rights, as tensions escalate between miners and hired strikebreakers. With its rich storytelling and historical context, Matewan paints a vivid picture of the labor movement's challenges and the power of collective action.

Drama, Historical, Labor Rights, Coal Mining, Union