Salt of the Earth
At New Mexico's Empire Zinc mine, Mexican-American workers protest the unsafe work conditions and unequal wages compared to their Anglo counterparts. Ramon Quintero helps organize the strike, but he is shown to be a hypocrite by treating his pregnant wife, Esperanza, with a similar unfairness. When an injunction stops the men from protesting, however, the gender roles are reversed, and women find themselves on the picket lines while the men stay at home.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Salt of the Earth
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 1954-03-14
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 6.9/10 (85 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Intl Union of Mine, Mill & Smelter Workers, Independent Production Company (IPC)
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.8645
- Languages: Spanish, English
Cast & Crew
Rosaura Revueltas
as Esperanza Quintero
Juan Chacón
as Ramon Quintero
Will Geer
as Sheriff
David Bauer
as Barton
Mervin Williams
as Hartwell
David Sarvis
as Alexander
Clinton Jencks
as Frank Barnes
Virginia Jencks
as Ruth Barnes
Henrietta Williams
as Teresa Vidal
Ernesto Velázquez
as Charley Vidal
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Trailers & Clips
Salt of the Earth - Pseudo Trailer
Salt of the Earth 1954 trailer
Salt of the Earth (movie) video clip
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt of the Earth?▼
Salt of the Earth is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1954-03-14.
Who are the main actors in Salt of the Earth?▼
The main cast includes Rosaura Revueltas, Juan Chacón, Will Geer, David Bauer, Mervin Williams, .
Where can I watch Salt of the Earth online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Salt of the Earth is available.
Is Salt of the Earth based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Salt of the Earth?▼
Salt of the Earth has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 85 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Salt of the Earth?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Salt of the Earth?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Intl Union of Mine, Mill & Smelter Workers, Independent Production Company (IPC). You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Salt of the Earth filmed?▼
Salt of the Earth was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Salt of the Earth?▼
The total runtime of Salt of the Earth is 94 minutes.
Is Salt of the Earth suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Salt of the Earth?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Salt of the Earth.
Does Salt of the Earth have a post-credit scene?▼
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