Harlan County U.S.A.
Which Side Are You On?
This film documents the coal miners' strike against the Brookside Mine of the Eastover Mining Company in Harlan County, Kentucky in June, 1973. Eastovers refusal to sign a contract (when the miners joined with the United Mine Workers of America) led to the strike, which lasted more than a year and included violent battles between gun-toting company thugs/scabs and the picketing miners and their supportive women-folk. Director Barbara Kopple puts the strike into perspective by giving us some background on the historical plight of the miners and some history of the UMWA. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with New York Women in Film & Television in 2004.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Harlan County U.S.A.
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1977-01-23
- Runtime: 105 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (105 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Cabin Creek Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4823
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Norman Yarborough
as Self - Eastover Mining President
Houston Elmore
as Self - UMW Organizer
Phil Sparks
as Self - UMW Staff
Bessie Lou Cornett Parker
as Self
Sudie Crusenberry
as Self
Mary Lou Fergerson
as Self
Basil Collins
as Self - Mine Foreman
Florence Reece
as Self
Lois Scott
as Self
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Harlan County USA Trailer
Harlan County USA (1976) - Making Of -
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan County U.S.A.?▼
Harlan County U.S.A. is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1977-01-23.
Who are the main actors in Harlan County U.S.A.?▼
The main cast includes Norman Yarborough, Houston Elmore, Phil Sparks, Bessie Lou Cornett Parker, Sudie Crusenberry, .
Where can I watch Harlan County U.S.A. online?▼
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Is Harlan County U.S.A. based on a true story?▼
Which Side Are You On?
What is the IMDb rating of Harlan County U.S.A.?▼
Harlan County U.S.A. has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 105 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Harlan County U.S.A.?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Harlan County U.S.A.?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Cabin Creek Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Harlan County U.S.A. filmed?▼
Harlan County U.S.A. was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Harlan County U.S.A.?▼
The total runtime of Harlan County U.S.A. is 105 minutes.
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