Matewan
    Recorded in the coal nation of West Virginia, "Matewan" celebrates labor organizing in the context of a 1920s work stoppage. Union coordinator, Joe Kenehan, a scab called "Few Clothing" Johnson and an understanding mayor and police principal heroically battle the power stood for by a coal company and Matewan's vested interests to make sure that justice as well as employees' legal rights need not take a rear to repulsive working conditions, exploitation as well as the bottom line.
                Released:  1987-08-28
            
            
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                    Drama